Co₁Ge₃Nd₁ is an intermetallic semiconductor compound combining cobalt, germanium, and neodymium. This is a research-phase material within the broader family of rare-earth intermetallics, studied primarily for its electronic and magnetic properties rather than established commercial production. The combination of a rare-earth element (neodymium) with transition metal and group-IV semiconductor components positions it as a candidate for specialized applications in thermoelectric devices, magnetic materials research, or advanced semiconductor engineering where rare-earth doping of germanium-based systems offers potential performance advantages over conventional binary semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,936.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,265.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5610 | eV/atom | — |