Sc1Cd1 is a binary intermetallic compound composed of scandium and cadmium, representing an experimental semiconductor material from the rare earth–transition metal family. While not widely commercialized, this compound is studied in materials research for potential optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications, offering a different electronic structure compared to conventional III–V or II–VI semiconductors. The material's stiffness characteristics suggest potential use in solid-state devices where mechanical stability complements electronic function, though further development and optimization are required before widespread industrial adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 10,379.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,679.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00330 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3210 | eV/atom | — |