Li₂GeAu is an intermetallic compound combining lithium, germanium, and gold—a ternary semiconductor of primarily research interest rather than established commercial use. This material belongs to the class of Heusler-type alloys and related intermetallics, which are investigated for potential applications in thermoelectrics, spintronics, and topological materials. The incorporation of a precious metal (gold) alongside light elements suggests exploration of electronic band structure engineering, though practical deployment remains limited to specialized research contexts due to cost, scalability, and phase stability concerns.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 9,031.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,183.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01410 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5070 | eV/atom | — |