Ce₂Zn₂In₂ is an intermetallic compound combining cerium, zinc, and indium, belonging to the family of rare-earth-containing ternary semiconductors and metallic compounds. This material is primarily of research interest for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, magnetic systems, and advanced electronic materials, where the combination of rare-earth and post-transition metal elements can produce unique electronic and thermal properties. While not yet in widespread industrial production, compounds in this family are investigated for their potential to enable next-generation energy conversion and quantum materials applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000600 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3460 | eV/atom | — |