CsGdZnTe₃ is a ternary semiconductor compound composed of cesium, gadolinium, zinc, and tellurium, belonging to the family of mixed-metal telluride semiconductors. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for radiation detection and scintillation applications, where its wide bandgap and potential for high-energy photon interaction make it a candidate for gamma-ray and X-ray detector systems. While not yet widely commercialized, compounds in this material family are explored as alternatives to established detectors like cadmium telluride (CdTe) and cadmium zinc telluride (CZT), with the rare-earth gadolinium component potentially offering enhanced stopping power for high-energy radiation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.130 | eV | — |