Dy4 Cd2 Se8
semiconductor· Dy4 Cd2 Se8
Dy₄Cd₂Se₈ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining dysprosium (a rare earth element), cadmium, and selenium in a layered or complex crystal structure. This is a research-phase material studied primarily for its potential in optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where the rare earth dopant and II-VI semiconductor base offer tunable electronic and optical properties. The material belongs to the broader family of rare-earth-doped chalcogenides, which show promise for infrared emitters, detectors, and next-generation solar cells where conventional semiconductors reach performance limits.
infrared optoelectronicsresearch photovoltaicsrare-earth doped semiconductorsoptical detectorsexperimental light-emitting devicesmaterials science research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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