Ag₁Cd₂Au₁ is an intermetallic compound combining silver, cadmium, and gold in a 1:2:1 atomic ratio. This material belongs to the family of precious metal intermetallics and is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than commodity use. The combination of noble metals (Ag, Au) with cadmium suggests potential applications in electronics, catalysis, or wear-resistant coatings where corrosion resistance and thermal stability are critical, though cadmium's toxicity and regulatory restrictions limit broader adoption compared to cadmium-free alternatives.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1300 | eV/atom | — |