Sc₂Sn₂Au₂ is an intermetallic compound combining scandium, tin, and gold in a 1:1:1 ratio, belonging to the semiconductor class of materials. This is a research-phase compound of interest primarily in theoretical materials science and solid-state physics studies, as it represents an unexplored ternary system with potential for novel electronic or photonic properties. The combination of a rare earth element (scandium) with post-transition metals (tin and gold) suggests potential applications in high-performance electronics, though this specific composition remains largely experimental and not yet established in mainstream industrial production or deployment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 87.28 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 36.53 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00690 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7030 | eV/atom | — |