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Using ab initio calculations based on density functional theory (DFT), we propose a geometrical structure for MoOx monolayers recently grown on O/ Cu3Au(100) substrates. The proposed structure reproduces the p(2x2) symmetry found by scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and low-energy electron diffraction (LEED), as well as the intermediate oxidation state between Mo(IV) and Mo(VI) identified by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Simulated STM images assign the bright spots in the experimental images to oxygen 2p states.
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  • ► Molybdenum oxide is widely used in catalysis in the chemical industry. ► Recently, ultra-thin (monolayer) films of MoOx have been produced on top of O-Cu3Au substrates. ► XPS meausurements suggest an unusual +5 charge state of the Mo cation. ► Seeking for a low-energy structure with good match to the experimental STM and XPS. ► Bader charges indicate indeed an intermediate charge state as compared to the more common Mo[+4]O2 and Mo[+6]O3 bulk oxides.

    Authors:   George C.S. Valadares, F.M.T. Mendes, M. Dionízio Moreira, A.A. Leitão, H. Niehus, Rodrigo B. Capaz, C.A. Achete
    Journal:   Chemical Physics
    Year:   2012
    DOI:   10.1016/j.chemphys.2012.07.017
    Publication date:   06-08-2012
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