Rb₄Ge₄Br₁₂ is a halide perovskite ceramic compound containing rubidium, germanium, and bromine elements, representing an emerging class of lead-free metal halide materials. This compound is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, as the perovskite halide family is being investigated as an alternative to toxic lead-based perovskites for solar cells, light-emitting devices, and radiation detection. Rubidium-germanium halides are notable for their potential to offer improved stability and non-toxicity compared to conventional lead halide perovskites, though they remain largely experimental materials under development for commercialization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.153 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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