Lu₂Ga₂ is an intermetallic semiconductor compound composed of lutetium and gallium, representing a rare-earth gallide material primarily explored in research contexts rather than established commercial production. This compound belongs to the family of rare-earth semiconductor materials investigated for potential optoelectronic and electronic device applications, though it remains largely in the experimental phase without widespread industrial adoption. The material's significance lies in its potential to bridge rare-earth metallurgy and semiconductor physics, offering a platform for studying novel electronic properties in strongly correlated systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 76.93 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 50.06 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00560 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6160 | eV/atom | — |