Ge₁Ho₁Au₁ is an intermetallic compound combining germanium, holmium (a rare-earth element), and gold in equiatomic proportions. This is a research-phase material rather than an established commercial compound; it belongs to the broader family of rare-earth intermetallics that are explored for their unusual electronic, magnetic, and structural properties. The ternary composition suggests potential applications in thermoelectric conversion, magnetic devices, or specialized semiconductor contexts where rare-earth elements provide enhanced functionality—though practical engineering use remains limited pending further development and characterization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,000.2 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,571.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.06110 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7750 | eV/atom | — |