Ho₂Ge₂Au₂ is an intermetallic compound combining holmium (a rare-earth element), germanium, and gold in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This is an experimental research material rather than a commercially established engineering compound; it belongs to the family of rare-earth intermetallics studied for specialized electronic and magnetic applications. Materials in this chemical family are investigated for their potential in thermoelectric devices, magnetic refrigeration systems, and advanced semiconductor applications where the combined properties of rare-earth elements and precious metals offer unique electronic structures.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14,452.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,617.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03300 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8430 | eV/atom | — |