K4 Ge2 Se6
semiconductor· K4 Ge2 Se6
K₄Ge₂Se₆ is a mixed-metal chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining potassium, germanium, and selenium in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for infrared optics and solid-state electronics, where the selenium and germanium framework creates tunable bandgap characteristics valuable for detecting and manipulating infrared radiation. As an experimental compound rather than an established industrial material, K₄Ge₂Se₆ represents the broader class of chalcogenide semiconductors that offer advantages over traditional materials in mid- to far-infrared applications where transparency and nonlinear optical response are critical.
infrared optics and detectorsnonlinear optical materials (research)solid-state electronics (experimental)thermal imaging systemsfiber optics and waveguidesnext-generation photonic devices
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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