CrSe

CrSe is a chromium selenide compound that belongs to the family of transition metal chalcogenides, materials combining early transition metals with group 16 elements. This compound is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, with potential applications in layered materials and two-dimensional electronics due to its relatively low exfoliation energy, making it a candidate for mechanical separation into thin sheets. Engineers and materials scientists investigate CrSe as part of broader exploration into van der Waals materials for next-generation semiconductors, thermoelectrics, and magnetic devices, where its electronic and thermal properties could offer advantages over conventional alternatives.