Cu2GeS3
semiconductor· Cu2GeS3
Cu₂GeS₃ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining copper, germanium, and sulfur, belonging to the family of chalcogenide semiconductors with potential for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications. This material exists primarily in research and development contexts rather than as an established commercial product, where it is being investigated for thin-film solar cells, photodetectors, and other light-energy conversion devices due to its tunable bandgap and earth-abundant constituent elements. Interest in Cu₂GeS₃ stems from its potential to replace rare or toxic semiconductor materials while offering favorable optical and electronic properties for next-generation energy harvesting systems.
thin-film solar cellsphotodetectorslight-energy conversion researchchalcogenide semiconductorsphotovoltaic devicesoptoelectronic components
Compliance & Regulations
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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Band Gap(Eg)2 entries | — | eV | — | — | |
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Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — | |
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | — | µV/K | — | — |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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