Nd2 S4
semiconductor· Nd2 S4
Nd₂S₄ is a rare-earth sulfide semiconductor compound combining neodymium with sulfur, belonging to the family of lanthanide chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest for advanced optoelectronic and photonic applications, where its semiconducting properties and rare-earth luminescence characteristics could enable infrared emitters, photocatalysts, or specialized optical devices. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, Nd₂S₄ represents the broader potential of rare-earth sulfides as alternatives to oxides in niche high-performance applications requiring specific electronic band structures or rare-earth-doped functionalities.
rare-earth semiconductorsinfrared optoelectronicsphotocatalytic materialsresearch/developmental applicationsspecialized optical devicesthin-film deposition
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
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