How Does STM Compare to Other Microscopy Techniques?
STM offers several advantages over other microscopy techniques:
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM): While both STM and AFM can achieve atomic resolution, STM provides additional information about the electronic properties of the sample, which AFM cannot. Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM): TEM requires thin samples and can provide structural information in three dimensions, but STM offers higher surface sensitivity and the ability to manipulate atoms. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM): SEM provides lower resolution compared to STM and cannot provide atomic-level details of the electronic states of a surface.
