Ho₂Si₄Pt₄ is an intermetallic compound combining holmium (rare earth), silicon, and platinum in a defined crystal structure. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth–transition metal silicides and represents an experimental compound studied primarily in solid-state chemistry and materials research rather than established industrial production. Research interest in this compound likely centers on its potential for high-temperature applications, magnetic properties (given holmium's lanthanide character), or novel electronic behavior arising from the platinum-silicon framework—though practical engineering applications remain limited pending further development and characterization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01080 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.019 | eV/atom | — |