Mg₂Co₁₂P₇ is a ternary intermetallic compound combining magnesium, cobalt, and phosphorus in a fixed stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. This is a research-phase compound that belongs to the broader family of metal phosphide semiconductors, which are being investigated for thermoelectric power generation, catalysis, and optoelectronic applications where hybrid metal-phosphide systems offer tunable electronic properties. The cobalt-phosphide framework provides potential advantages in thermal stability and catalytic activity compared to conventional elemental semiconductors, making it of interest in materials science research rather than established high-volume manufacturing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6010 | eV/atom | — |