MnIn2Se4 is a ternary semiconductor compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, combining manganese, indium, and selenium in a layered or spinel-like crystal structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications, where its narrow bandgap and magnetic properties could enable devices operating in the infrared range or solid-state cooling systems. While not yet commercialized at scale, MnIn2Se4 represents a promising candidate within the broader class of manganese-based semiconductors being explored as alternatives to conventional III-V or II-VI semiconductors for niche applications requiring combined magnetic and electronic functionality.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1872 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 4.706 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.06930 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4181 | eV/atom | — |