Nd₂Mn₂Si₂ is an intermetallic compound combining rare-earth (neodymium), transition metal (manganese), and silicon elements, classified as a semiconductor. This material is primarily of research interest for magnetocaloric and thermoelectric applications, where the coupling between magnetic and thermal properties is exploited. The compound represents an emerging class of multifunctional materials being investigated for magnetic refrigeration, solid-state heat pumping, and energy conversion devices where conventional approaches face limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 73.47 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 21.00 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4480 | eV/atom | — |