Shallow trap

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010796",
  "term": "Shallow trap",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A localized energy state within a material that can temporarily capture charge carriers, such as electrons or holes, but from which they can easily escape due to thermal energy. These traps are characterized by a relatively small energy difference from the conduction or valence band. They can influence the electrical conductivity and luminescence properties of semiconductors.",
  "synonyms": [
    "shallow energy trap"
  ],
  "subject": "Physical and Biophysical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 931. 'Glossary of terms used in photocatalysis and radiation catalysis (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 988 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-09-36)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/shallow-trap/"
}