LaSb is an intermetallic compound composed of lanthanum and antimony, belonging to the family of rare-earth pnictides with a rock-salt crystal structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where its narrow bandgap and high carrier mobility make it a candidate for infrared detection, laser diodes, and solid-state cooling devices. Compared to conventional semiconductors, LaSb offers potential advantages in specialized low-temperature and infrared regimes, though it remains largely a developmental compound rather than a mature production material.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00640 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.085 | eV/atom | — |