Dy₁Zn₅ is an intermetallic compound composed of dysprosium and zinc, belonging to the rare-earth zinc family of materials. This compound is primarily of research and specialized interest rather than commodity industrial use, with potential applications in magnetic materials, thermal management, and advanced electronic devices where rare-earth intermetallics offer unique electromagnetic or thermophysical properties. Engineers would consider this material for niche applications requiring rare-earth functionality combined with zinc's thermal and electrical characteristics, though availability and cost typically limit adoption to high-performance or experimental systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2830 | eV/atom | — |