K2Mg2Sb2 is an intermetallic semiconductor compound belonging to the family of alkaline-earth antimonides, combining potassium, magnesium, and antimony in a crystalline structure. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where its semiconductor properties and mechanical characteristics are being explored as an alternative to conventional III-V semiconductors and for potential use in energy conversion devices where thermal-to-electric conversion efficiency is critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 25.73 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 16.18 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.403 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6760 | eV/atom | — |