Ca₂ZnSn is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining calcium, zinc, and tin elements, belonging to the class of ternary metal ceramics. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for potential applications in photovoltaic devices and semiconductor technologies, where its crystal structure and electronic properties are of interest for next-generation energy conversion systems. As an emerging compound rather than an established industrial material, Ca₂ZnSn represents part of the broader exploration into earth-abundant alternatives to conventional semiconductors, offering potential advantages in cost and availability compared to traditional silicon or III-V semiconductor platforms.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 4.155 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -18.38 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.01750 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6084 | eV/atom | — |