Dy₆Pd₄ is an intermetallic compound combining dysprosium (a rare-earth element) with palladium, classified as a semiconductor material. This composition represents a research-phase compound studied primarily for its electronic and thermal properties in specialized applications where rare-earth metallics offer unique functional behavior. The material sits within the broader family of rare-earth intermetallics, which are explored for applications requiring specific electrical conductivity, magnetic response, or high-temperature stability that conventional semiconductors cannot provide.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,651.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,430.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00190 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7730 | eV/atom | — |