Mn₁Au₂ is an intermetallic compound semiconductor formed from manganese and gold, belonging to the family of metallic intermetallics with semiconducting behavior. This material is primarily of research and theoretical interest rather than established industrial production, studied for potential applications in spintronics, magnetic devices, and advanced electronic systems where the unique electronic structure of the Mn-Au system offers tailored band gaps and magnetic properties. The Mn-Au family is notable for combining ferromagnetic characteristics with semiconducting behavior, making it a candidate for next-generation spintronic devices where conventional semiconductors or pure metals fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,105.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,465 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000900 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.05500 | eV/atom | — |