Rh2Sn4 is an intermetallic compound composed of rhodium and tin, belonging to the class of metallic semiconductors that combine properties of metals with semiconducting behavior. This material exists primarily in research and experimental contexts, where it is investigated for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, high-temperature electronics, and advanced catalytic systems that exploit the unique electronic structure at the metal-semimetal boundary. The rhodium-tin system is of particular interest for its potential to offer improved performance in applications requiring thermal stability and selective electrical conductivity compared to conventional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 105.8 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 47.90 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00140 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3520 | eV/atom | — |