Li₁Lu₂Ir₁ is an intermetallic compound combining lithium, lutetium, and iridium in a 1:2:1 stoichiometry. This is a research-phase material primarily investigated for its potential in advanced energy storage and quantum materials applications, rather than established industrial use. The compound belongs to the family of ternary intermetallics that combine rare-earth elements (lutetium) with transition metals (iridium) and alkali metals (lithium), a combination of interest for exploring novel electronic and magnetic properties in condensed matter physics and materials chemistry.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.05760 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7360 | eV/atom | — |