Br₂Cl₂ is a halogen compound semiconductor composed of bromine and chlorine elements, representing an experimental material within the halide semiconductor family rather than a conventional established material class. This compound is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, as halide-based semiconductors have shown promise for next-generation light-emitting devices, photodetectors, and potentially solar cells. The mixed halide composition offers the potential to tune electronic bandgap and optical properties compared to single-halide alternatives, though practical engineering applications remain limited pending further development and stability characterization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14.26 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7.733 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.661 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.03600 | eV/atom | — |