Mg2Cd2 is an intermetallic compound semiconductor composed of magnesium and cadmium, representing a binary phase in the Mg-Cd system. This material is primarily of research and academic interest rather than established industrial production, studied for its electronic and structural properties within the broader context of II-group intermetallic semiconductors. Its potential applications lie in specialized optoelectronic devices, thermoelectric systems, and high-pressure research, though practical use remains limited compared to more conventional semiconductors like GaAs or InP.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 45.22 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 17.77 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1170 | eV/atom | — |