Se₁La₁ is a binary intermetallic compound composed of selenium and lanthanum in equimolar proportion, belonging to the rare-earth semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with investigation focused on electronic structure, thermoelectric potential, and rare-earth compound physics. The lanthanum-selenium system represents a model compound for understanding rare-earth chalcogenide semiconductors, which could offer advantages in niche applications requiring specific bandgap properties or thermoelectric performance at elevated temperatures.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01660 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.066 | eV/atom | — |