Mg₂Ta₂ is an intermetallic semiconductor compound combining magnesium and tantalum, representing an emerging material in the family of transition metal-based semiconductors. This compound is primarily of research and development interest, being investigated for potential applications in next-generation electronic devices, optoelectronics, and high-temperature semiconductor systems where conventional semiconductors become limited. Its notable attributes—combining a lightweight metal (magnesium) with a refractory transition metal (tantalum)—suggest potential for thermally stable devices, though industrial adoption remains limited and material availability is typically restricted to specialized research suppliers.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 97.82 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 45.45 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00130 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3040 | eV/atom | — |