Ag₃Rh₁ is an intermetallic compound combining silver and rhodium, belonging to the noble metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in high-temperature catalysis, electrical contacts, and specialized wear-resistant coatings where the combined noble metal properties—corrosion resistance, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity—offer advantages over single-element alternatives. The rhodium addition to silver enhances hardness and oxidation resistance while maintaining the conductive and catalytic characteristics valued in demanding electrochemical environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,013.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,282.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03190 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2140 | eV/atom | — |