K1Se2Yb1 is an experimental ternary semiconductor compound combining potassium, selenium, and ytterbium—a rare-earth chalcogenide system with potential for next-generation optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications. This research-phase material belongs to the family of layered semiconductors and mixed-metal selenides, which are being investigated for their tunable band gaps, enhanced carrier mobility, and potential photovoltaic or thermal energy conversion properties. While not yet in mainstream commercial production, compounds in this chemical family are of particular interest for their potential to outperform conventional semiconductors in niche applications requiring specific optical or thermal responses.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 4,531.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,138.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00310 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.425 | eV/atom | — |