Gallium arsenide, or GaAs, is a compound of the elements gallium and arsenic. It is used in the manufacturing of devices. These include microwave frequency integrated circuits, monolithic microwave integrated circuits, infrared light-emitting diodes, laser diodes, solar cells and optical windows. Let’s take a look at some interesting facts about Gallium Arsenide and the GaAs wafer.
It is a soft, shimmering metal with a gleaming surface.
Because of its softness, Gallium can be cut with a blade.
The low melting point of Gallium is 29.7°C.
Gallium will liquefy if held in the human hand.
Gallium's boiling point is around 2,400°C and density of Gallium is 5.9037 grams for every cubic centimeter.
There are two naturally occurring isotopes of gallium, gallium-69, and gallium-71.
By sending an electric current through something like gallium oxide, pure gallium metal can be obtained.
Gallium arsenide can be found in LEDs.
It is a relatively copious element on earth.
Gallium arsenide can turn an electrical current into light.
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