Photoluminescence and photoconductivity of ZnS:Mn(2+) nanoparticles synthesized via co-precipitation method.

Mn(2+) doped ZnS nanoparticles are characterized using UV-vis, photoluminescence and photoconductivity studies. The size of Mn(2+) doped ZnS NPs is estimated to be 2-4nm by X-ray diffraction. UV-vis spectra show a blue shift in absorption edge as compared to bulk counterpart. Photoluminescence spectra indicate that orange luminescence varies with Mn(2+) concentration. The Mn(2+) doped ZnS nanoparticles are found to be photosensitive. The doping of Mn(2+) ions improves the photosensitivity of the ZnS nanoparticles system. The time-resolved rise and decay of photocurrent indicate anomalous behavior during steady state illumination.