Cr₂I₄ is a layered transition metal halide semiconductor composed of chromium and iodine. This material belongs to the family of metal halide compounds being actively investigated for optoelectronic and quantum applications, where its layered crystal structure enables tunable electronic properties. As a research-stage compound, Cr₂I₄ is of particular interest for next-generation devices that exploit the unique physics of two-dimensional materials, including potential applications in magnetism, light emission, and sensing where the strong spin-orbit coupling in halides provides advantages over conventional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28.44 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 12.05 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.4878 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1970 | eV/atom | — |