Pr₂Pt₂ is an intermetallic compound composed of praseodymium and platinum, classified as a semiconductor material with potential applications in advanced electronic and thermoelectric devices. This is a research-stage compound primarily investigated for its electronic properties and potential use in high-performance applications where the combined properties of rare-earth and noble metals are advantageous. The material's notable characteristics stem from the strong interaction between praseodymium's f-electrons and platinum's d-electrons, making it of particular interest for fundamental materials science studies and potential next-generation electronic applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,896.2 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,523.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000700 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.190 | eV/atom | — |