Cd₆I₁₂ is a cadmium iodide-based semiconductor compound in the halide perovskite family, though this specific stoichiometry represents a research-stage material rather than an established commercial compound. This class of materials is being investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications due to tunable bandgaps and potential solution-processability, though cadmium-based systems face regulatory and toxicity constraints that limit widespread adoption compared to lead halide or lead-free alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 2,810.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,332.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.199 range 2.191–2.215median of 3 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5810 | eV/atom | — |