Li₁Be₁Pd₂ is an intermetallic compound combining lightweight lithium and beryllium with palladium, classified as a semiconductor. This is a research-phase material rather than an established commercial product; the compound belongs to the family of metal intermetallics being explored for applications requiring the combined benefits of low density, electronic properties, and metallic bonding. Interest in such ternary systems stems from potential use in advanced electronics, catalysis, and hydrogen storage applications, though practical deployment remains limited due to synthesis complexity, cost, and material stability challenges.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 130.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 62.06 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.05520 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5610 | eV/atom | — |