Ho₂Cu₂P₄ is a ternary semiconductor compound combining holmium (a rare earth element), copper, and phosphorus. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth transition metal phosphides, which are primarily explored in research contexts for their potential electronic and magnetic properties. While not yet widely commercialized, materials in this class are investigated for applications requiring tunable band gaps, magnetic ordering, or catalytic activity, with potential relevance to next-generation electronics and energy conversion devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 15,619 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,867.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00220 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9070 | eV/atom | — |