S8 Cd2 Dy4 is a rare-earth containing semiconductor compound combining cadmium and dysprosium with sulfur, representing a specialized material within the broader class of II-VI semiconductors doped with lanthanide elements. This material is primarily of research and development interest for optoelectronic and magnetic semiconductor applications, where the dysprosium dopant introduces unique magnetic and luminescent properties not achievable in conventional binary semiconductors. The combination of cadmium sulfide base with dysprosium doping is notable for potential applications in magneto-optic devices and advanced photonic systems where coupled magnetic and electronic functionality is required.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.065 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.786 | eV/atom | — |