Ho₂Cl₆ (holmium chloride) is a rare-earth halide semiconductor compound belonging to the lanthanide chloride family. This material is primarily of research and specialized interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in optical and electronic devices that leverage rare-earth properties. Holmium compounds are investigated for their luminescent characteristics and magnetic properties, making them candidates for advanced photonic systems, though practical engineering use remains limited compared to more conventional semiconductor platforms.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18.01 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7.027 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.253 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.241 | eV/atom | — |