Ge3Rh1Pr1 is an intermetallic compound combining germanium, rhodium, and praseodymium—a rare-earth transition metal system typically investigated for advanced semiconductor and thermoelectric applications. This is a research-stage material within the broader class of rare-earth intermetallics, studied for its potential electronic and thermal properties rather than established industrial production. Interest in this composition stems from the combination of rare-earth (Pr) and noble metal (Rh) elements with germanium, which together can modify band structure and phonon behavior in ways relevant to solid-state energy conversion and high-performance electronics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14,117 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,042.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6880 | eV/atom | — |