Ga₆Te₂ is a III-VI compound semiconductor formed from gallium and tellurium, belonging to the family of narrow-bandgap semiconductors used in infrared and optoelectronic applications. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for thermal imaging, infrared detectors, and photovoltaic devices where its tellurium content provides sensitivity in the infrared spectrum. While less commercialized than mainstream semiconductors like GaAs or InSb, Ga₆Te₂ represents an alternative composition within gallium telluride systems, offering potential advantages in cost or thermal performance for specialized infrared sensing applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00440 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.00700 | eV/atom | — |