Au8Ga4 is an intermetallic compound in the gold-gallium system, representing a specific stoichiometric phase within the Au-Ga binary alloy family. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume industrial production, studied for its potential in semiconductor and electronic applications where gold's noble character and gallium's semiconductor properties may offer unique combinations. The compound is notable within materials research for investigating phase formation, crystal structure, and electronic behavior in precious metal-semiconductor systems, with potential applications where corrosion resistance, stability, and specific electronic properties are advantageous.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000900 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1340 | eV/atom | — |