Lu2I6 is a lutetium iodide semiconductor compound representing an inorganic halide material class with potential for optoelectronic and radiation detection applications. This compound is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial production, explored within the broader family of rare-earth halide semiconductors for their wide bandgap properties and scintillation characteristics. Engineers working on advanced photonic devices, nuclear/X-ray detection systems, or high-energy physics instrumentation may evaluate Lu2I6 where its rare-earth composition and halide structure offer potential advantages in light emission, charge carrier mobility, or radiation response over conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 1,885.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 794.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.860 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.274 | eV/atom | — |