Ca₂Cu₂As₂ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining calcium, copper, and arsenic elements in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, belonging to the family of copper-based arsenide semiconductors with potential applications in optoelectronics and thermoelectric devices. Engineers and material scientists study this compound for its unique electronic and thermal properties that could enable next-generation energy conversion or light-emitting applications, though it remains largely experimental and would require significant development before widespread adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 10,176.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,590.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02680 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8840 | eV/atom | — |