K2Sn1 is an intermetallic semiconductor compound composed of potassium and tin, representing a member of the alkali metal-group IV semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research and exploratory interest, with potential applications in thermoelectric devices, optoelectronics, and solid-state physics investigations where the unique electronic properties of alkali-tin compounds may offer advantages in energy conversion or light emission. Engineers considering K2Sn1 would typically be working on next-generation semiconductor platforms or investigating novel material combinations where conventional semiconductors (Si, Ge, GaAs) are insufficient.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 1,373.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 69.62 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.153 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.00600 | eV/atom | — |