Ho1Cd1 is a binary intermetallic compound composed of holmium and cadmium, belonging to the semiconductor materials class. This rare-earth cadmium compound is primarily of research and experimental interest, as intermetallics in this family are investigated for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, magnetic materials, and specialized electronic components where unique electronic band structures are needed. The material represents a niche research area rather than a widely deployed industrial material, making it most relevant for advanced materials development and exploratory engineering projects requiring rare-earth-containing semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 63.47 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 30.04 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01070 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3470 | eV/atom | — |