P2 K4 Hg1 is an experimental semiconductor compound containing mercury, potassium, and phosphorus in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material represents research into ternary or quaternary mercury-based semiconductors, which are investigated for potential optoelectronic and photonic applications due to mercury's high electron mobility and tunable bandgap characteristics. While not in established commercial production, mercury-containing semiconductors occupy a research niche for specialized applications where their electronic properties offer advantages over more conventional semiconductor platforms, though processing, stability, and toxicity considerations typically limit their practical adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 2,713.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,434 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.018 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4510 | eV/atom | — |