Cadmium selenide (CdSe) is a II-VI direct bandgap semiconductor compound commonly used in optoelectronic and photonic applications. It is valued for its tunable bandgap in the visible-to-near-infrared spectrum, making it suitable for light-emitting devices, photodetectors, and quantum dot applications where wavelength control is critical. CdSe is notable for its high photoluminescence efficiency and strong light absorption, though engineers must account for toxicity considerations and material stability when selecting it over less-toxic alternatives like cadmium-free perovskites or III-V semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 6,995.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,248.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.7977 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5890 | eV/atom | — |