Pa1Ag1Au2 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining palladium, silver, and gold in a 1:1:2 atomic ratio, belonging to the precious metal alloy family. This research-phase material is of interest in specialized applications requiring high nobility, corrosion resistance, and catalytic properties that exceed those of binary precious metal systems. The ternary composition offers potential for tuning electronic structure and surface reactivity in ways unavailable from simpler alloys, making it relevant for high-performance catalysis, biocompatible medical devices, and advanced electronics where both chemical inertness and functional properties are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00220 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3520 | eV/atom | — |