Cadmium bromide (CdBr₂) is an inorganic semiconductor compound belonging to the II-VI family of semiconductors, characterized by a cadmium cation paired with bromide anions. It is primarily encountered in research and specialized optoelectronic applications, where its semiconductor properties make it relevant for photonic devices, radiation detection, and crystalline substrate materials. While less common than other cadmium halides in industrial production, CdBr₂ is valued in laboratory settings and niche applications for its optical transparency and potential use in scintillation detectors and infrared optics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 3,305.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,585.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.682 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8850 | eV/atom | — |