Na2Au4 is an intermetallic compound consisting of sodium and gold in a 1:2 atomic ratio, representing a member of the alkali metal–noble metal compound family. This material is primarily of research and academic interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in advanced electronics and materials science exploring novel electronic or catalytic properties at the intersection of alkali and noble metal chemistry. The compound's viability in engineering applications depends on phase stability, scalability of synthesis, and performance advantages over conventional semiconductors or metallic alternatives in niche applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00780 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3850 | eV/atom | — |