This book introduces readers to a wide range of applications for elements in Group 16 of the
periodic table such as optical fibers for communication and sensing X-ray imaging
electrochemical sensors data storage devices biomedical applications photovoltaics and IR
detectors the rationale for these uses the future scope of their applications and expected
improvements to existing technologies. Following an introductory section the book is broadly
divided into three parts-dealing with Sulfur Selenium and Tellurium. The sections cover the
basic structure of the elements and their compounds in bulk and nanostructured forms
properties that make these useful for various applications followed by applications and
commercial products. As the global technology revolution necessitates the search for new
materials and more efficient devices in the electronics and semiconductor industry
Applications of Chalcogenides: S Se and Te is an ideal book for a wide range of readers
inindustry government and academic research facilities looking beyond silicon for materials
used in the electronic and optoelectronic industry as well as biomedical applications.
