| 摘要 |
An etching process compatible with DUV lithography is described. A mask layer is previously formed over a material layer to be etched through a DUV lithography process of 193 nm or 157 nm. Then, plasma etching is performed to pattern the material layer using the mask layer as an etching mask, wherein the etching gas causes a protective layer to form on the surface of the mask layer. The etching gas of the plasma etching includes at least a halogen-containing gas and Xe, wherein the halogen can be F, Cl, Br or a combination thereof.
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