Er₂Zn₁Cu₁ is a ternary intermetallic compound combining erbium (a rare-earth element), zinc, and copper in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the class of rare-earth based intermetallics and is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production. The compound is investigated for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, magnetic materials, and advanced electronic systems where rare-earth intermetallics offer unique combinations of electronic and thermal transport properties; however, practical deployment remains limited due to synthesis complexity and cost considerations relative to established alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01060 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3490 | eV/atom | — |