Cu2GeSe4

metal
· JVASP-17255· Cu2GeSe4

Cu2GeSe4 is a quaternary chalcogenide compound belonging to the family of copper-based semiconductor materials with potential thermoelectric and photovoltaic properties. This is primarily a research material rather than an established commercial alloy, investigated for applications where semiconducting behavior, moderate mechanical stiffness, and thermal management capabilities are needed. The material's relatively high density and mixed-metal composition make it of particular interest in solid-state physics research and emerging technologies seeking alternatives to conventional semiconductors or thermoelectric materials.

thermoelectric devicesphotovoltaic researchsemiconductor applicationsthermal management coatingssolid-state device developmentmaterials characterization studies

Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
41.24
GPa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3600
-
Shear Modulus(G)
13.85
GPa
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Density(ρ)
5.379
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
2.563
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.05400
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.1684
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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