Mask for proximity field optical exposure, exposure apparatus and method therefor

摘要

A mask for exposure 1 having an aperture in a prescribed pattern formed on one surface and subjected to proximity field exposure in a state kept in contact with the surface of a wafer 2. The mask 1 is made of a transparent material such as glass or quartz glass. The mask 1 forms a circular shape with a thickness of 1 mm or less, preferably 0.1-0.5 mm.