Si2 Yb1 Pt2
semiconductor· Si2 Yb1 Pt2
Si₂Yb₁Pt₂ is an intermetallic compound combining silicon, ytterbium, and platinum in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-phase material within the broader family of rare-earth platinum silicides, which have been explored for their potential as high-performance semiconductors and thermoelectric materials, though commercial applications remain limited. The combination of a rare-earth element (ytterbium) with platinum and silicon creates a material system of interest for fundamental studies of electronic structure, band gap engineering, and potential use in specialized thermal or electronic devices operating at elevated temperatures.
thermoelectric researchsemiconductor device developmenthigh-temperature electronic materialsrare-earth intermetallic compoundsmaterials science research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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