Sc₂Cd₆ is an intermetallic compound combining scandium and cadmium, belonging to the rare-earth and post-transition metal family of semiconductors. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, explored for potential applications in thermoelectric devices, optoelectronics, and advanced semiconductor research where its electronic band structure and mechanical properties may offer advantages in niche, high-performance applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 65.57 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 27.76 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00390 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2450 | eV/atom | — |