Ge₂Pd₂U is an intermetallic compound combining germanium, palladium, and uranium in a stoichiometric ratio. This is an experimental research material rather than a commercial engineering alloy; it belongs to the family of uranium-based intermetallics studied for potential nuclear fuel applications, advanced metallurgy, and materials with unique electronic or mechanical properties. The incorporation of palladium and germanium suggests investigation into phase stability, thermal properties, or semiconductor behavior relevant to specialized nuclear or high-performance applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,629.2 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,630.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000800 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4140 | eV/atom | — |