K₄Ba₂Cd₂Sb₄ is an experimental quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the family of metal antimonides, combining potassium, barium, cadmium, and antimony in a structured lattice. This material is primarily investigated in solid-state physics and materials research for potential thermoelectric, optoelectronic, or photovoltaic applications, where the combination of heavy elements and mixed-valence chemistry may enable tunable electronic band structures. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, compounds of this class are of interest to researchers exploring alternatives to conventional semiconductors for next-generation energy conversion and electronic devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 24.84 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 13.95 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.09810 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7130 | eV/atom | — |