Er6Pd4 is an intermetallic compound combining erbium (a rare-earth element) and palladium in a 6:4 stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. This compound belongs to the family of rare-earth–transition metal intermetallics, which are primarily explored in research settings for their unique electronic and structural properties. Er6Pd4 is of scientific interest for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, magnetic materials research, and advanced electronic components, though industrial adoption remains limited and most development occurs in laboratory and materials research environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 83.36 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 18.93 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000700 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8000 | eV/atom | — |