Ho₄Mn₄Ge₄ is an intermetallic semiconductor compound combining holmium (a rare-earth element), manganese, and germanium in a 1:1:1 stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-phase material studied primarily for its potential magnetic and electronic properties rather than an established commercial semiconductor. The compound belongs to the family of rare-earth transition-metal germanides, which are of scientific interest for investigations into magnetic ordering, semiconducting behavior, and potential thermoelectric or magnetoelectronic applications, though industrial deployment remains limited and its performance characteristics require further development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 95.79 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 25.07 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000300 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4700 | eV/atom | — |