Cu2 Ge1 Se4 Hg1
semiconductor· Cu2 Ge1 Se4 Hg1
Cu₂GeSe₄Hg is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining copper, germanium, selenium, and mercury in a mixed-metal chalcogenide structure. This is a research-phase material studied primarily for its potential in thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where the combination of elements is designed to manipulate band structure and phonon behavior. The material family occupies a niche intersection of II-VI and I-III-VI₂ semiconductors, with potential relevance to energy conversion and infrared sensing where alternatives like CdTe or lead-based materials face regulatory or performance constraints.
thermoelectric energy conversioninfrared detectorsphotovoltaic researchsolid-state electronics R&Dband-gap engineeringexperimental semiconductor devices
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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