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This paper reports the growth of germanium monosulphide (GeS) single crystals by vapour phase technique using different transporting agents. The single crystallinity and composition of the grown crystals have been verified by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and energy dispersive analysis of X-rays (EDAX) respectively. Resistivity measurements have been carried out in different temperature ranges. Transport parameters, e.g. resistivity, Hall coefficient, carrier concentration and mobility have been measured at varying magnetic fields. All the experimental results have been explained.
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Solanki, G.K., Patel, D.B., Unadkat, S. et al. Synthesis and characterization of germanium monosulphide (GeS) single crystals grown using different transporting agents. Pramana - J Phys 74, 813–825 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12043-010-0101-0
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