Ag₂Sb₂Se₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, combining silver, antimony, and selenium in a crystalline structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for thermoelectric applications and infrared photonics, where its narrow bandgap and moderate elastic properties enable efficient heat-to-electricity conversion or mid-IR optical transmission. While not yet in widespread commercial production, chalcogenide semiconductors like this are valued alternatives to conventional materials in specialized applications requiring low-cost processing, flexibility, or operation in the infrared spectrum.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 40.38 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 20.33 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00370 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1800 | eV/atom | — |