Sm₁Zn₂Ag₁ is an intermetallic compound combining samarium (a rare-earth element), zinc, and silver in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material exists primarily in research and exploratory contexts rather than as an established commercial alloy; it belongs to the family of rare-earth intermetallics that are investigated for electronic, magnetic, or catalytic properties. Engineers would consider such compounds when designing advanced functional materials where the rare-earth component can contribute unique magnetic behavior, high-temperature stability, or electronic characteristics unavailable in conventional alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01230 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3280 | eV/atom | — |