Se₀.₂Te₀.₈ is a tellurium-rich chalcogenide alloy semiconductor formed by alloying selenium and tellurium in a 20:80 composition ratio. This material belongs to the group VI elemental semiconductor family and is primarily investigated for infrared optics, thermal imaging, and photovoltaic applications where its narrow bandgap and high refractive index in the infrared spectrum are advantageous. The selenium-tellurium system is well-established in research contexts; this specific composition balances the wider bandgap of selenium with tellurium's superior infrared transmission, making it relevant for thermal detectors, infrared windows, and emerging thermoelectric device development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.4000 | eV | — |