Au2 is a gold-based intermetallic compound classified as a semiconductor, representing a distinct phase in the gold alloy system with potential electronic and structural applications. This material belongs to the family of metallic intermetallics and is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established in high-volume industrial production. Au2 systems are investigated for specialized applications where the combination of gold's chemical inertness and nobility with semiconducting properties could enable novel device functionality, particularly in high-reliability electronics and sensor systems where traditional semiconductors face limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 21,075.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,817.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00780 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.00500 | eV/atom | — |