Lu₁Bi₃ is a ternary intermetallic compound combining lutetium and bismuth, belonging to the rare-earth bismuthide family of semiconductors. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and electronic applications where the combination of rare-earth and heavy-metal elements can provide favorable band structure and carrier transport characteristics. The compound represents an emerging material system rather than an established industrial standard, relevant to researchers exploring advanced semiconductors for energy conversion and solid-state electronics.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00500 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2120 | eV/atom | — |