Si₁Pt₂ is an intermetallic compound combining silicon and platinum in a 1:2 ratio, belonging to the semiconductor class of materials. This compound is primarily of research and experimental interest, investigated for its potential in high-temperature electronics, thermoelectric applications, and specialized semiconductor devices where the combination of platinum's stability and silicon's semiconducting properties offers unique advantages. Si₁Pt₂ represents the broader family of silicide intermetallics, which are explored as alternatives to conventional semiconductors in extreme environments or niche applications requiring enhanced thermal stability and metallic-like conductivity.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 208.0 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 74.47 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00810 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6320 | eV/atom | — |