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  • 1Chubu University, 1200 Matusmotocho, Kasugai, Aichi 487-8501, Japan. namba@isc.chubu.ac.jp

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This study introduces a new geometrical model for quantifying atomic surface roughness using realistic equations. The model, validated with atomic force microscopy (AFM) data, confirms that atomic surface roughness is never zero.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Surface Science
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Surface roughness is a critical parameter in materials science, influencing properties and performance.
  • Existing methods for assessing atomic-level surface roughness can be complex or lack quantitative accuracy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a simple yet quantitative geometrical model for atomic topography and surface roughness.
  • To provide realistic equations for comparing theoretical models with experimental data from scanning tunneling microscopy and atomic force microscopy (AFM).

Main Methods:

  • Development of two- and three-dimensional atomic surface roughness equations.
  • Application of these equations to pure metal crystals, ionic crystals, and muscovite mica.
  • Comparison of model predictions with experimental AFM measurements.

Main Results:

  • The developed model provides a quantitative assessment of atomic surface roughness.
  • Estimated root-mean-square (rms) roughness values for various crystal types were tabulated.
  • Calculated roughness for muscovite mica aligned with experimental AFM data.
  • Demonstrated theoretically and experimentally that atomic surface roughness is non-zero.

Conclusions:

  • The geometrical model offers a practical tool for interpreting experimental surface roughness data.
  • The model's validity is supported by its consistency with AFM measurements.
  • Atomic surface roughness is an inherent property and never reaches zero.