Al1 Cl3
semiconductorAluminum trichloride (AlCl₃) is a Lewis acidic inorganic compound classified as a semiconductor material in this database context, though it is more commonly recognized as a versatile chemical reagent rather than a traditional semiconducting material. Industrial applications include catalysis in organic synthesis (Friedel-Crafts reactions), aluminum production processes, and specialized coatings; it is valued for its strong acidic character and ability to form complexes. Engineers select AlCl₃ primarily for chemical processing and catalytic applications rather than for electronic or structural properties, making it relevant in chemical engineering and process development rather than conventional materials selection for mechanical or electronic components.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |