Sm3Hg1 is an intermetallic semiconductor compound combining samarium (a rare-earth element) with mercury, representing an experimental or specialized research material rather than a widely commercialized alloy. This material family is of interest in semiconductor physics and condensed matter research, where rare-earth–mercury phases are studied for their unique electronic properties, potential thermoelectric behavior, and exotic quantum effects. While not mainstream in industrial production, such compounds are pursued in laboratories exploring next-generation materials for niche applications where rare-earth semiconductors offer advantages over conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 49.97 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 20.56 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000700 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1800 | eV/atom | — |