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Introduction to Exciton Physics

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Book cover Collective Excitations in Solids

Part of the book series: NATO Advanced Science Institute Series ((NSSB,volume 88))

Abstract

Nonmetallic solids have a band gap in the one-electron picture. When particle interactions are considered, a large number of bound electron-hole states are found within the gap. These states, called excitons, play a large role in determining the optical properties of nonmetals. We discuss the electronic structure of excitons, their interactions with phonons and photons, and their further role of transporting excitation energy.

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Knox, R.S. (1983). Introduction to Exciton Physics. In: Di Bartolo, B. (eds) Collective Excitations in Solids. NATO Advanced Science Institute Series, vol 88. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-8878-4_5

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