Li₁Pb₁ is an intermetallic compound combining lithium and lead in a 1:1 stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. This is primarily a research-phase material studied for its electronic and structural properties rather than a widely commercialized engineering material. The compound belongs to the broader family of metal-metal intermetallics, which are investigated for potential applications in advanced electronics, energy storage systems, and specialized thermal management where the combination of a light alkali metal (lithium) with a heavy post-transition metal (lead) creates unique electronic band structures and mechanical behavior distinct from conventional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 4,926.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,824.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01710 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2940 | eV/atom | — |