Ca₁Zn₂Sb₂ is a ternary intermetallic semiconductor compound combining calcium, zinc, and antimony in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of Zintl phases—compounds that exhibit semiconductor behavior through their unique crystal structure and electronic properties. While primarily a research-stage compound rather than a high-volume industrial material, Ca₁Zn₂Sb₂ is of interest for thermoelectric applications and semiconductor device research where the combination of moderate stiffness and electronic tunability may offer advantages over conventional binary semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 46.47 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 19.58 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1056 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4870 | eV/atom | — |