CdCr₂Te₄ is a ternary semiconductor compound combining cadmium, chromium, and tellurium, belonging to the chalcogenide semiconductor family. This material remains primarily in research and development stages, being investigated for potential applications in optoelectronics, photovoltaics, and solid-state device applications where the bandgap and electronic properties of mixed-metal telluride systems offer design flexibility. Its utility as a functional material depends on its optical absorption characteristics and carrier transport properties, which differ from binary semiconductor alternatives like CdTe or CdSe, making it relevant for engineers exploring emerging photonic or thermoelectric device concepts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 5,300.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,526.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00910 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.07400 | eV/atom | — |