Sm6Hg2 is an intermetallic compound composed of samarium and mercury, belonging to the rare-earth mercury metallics family. This material exists primarily in research and specialized applications where its unique electronic and magnetic properties derived from rare-earth elements are exploited. Its use is limited compared to conventional semiconductors due to mercury's toxicity constraints and the compound's narrow processing window, making it relevant only for niche applications where its specific properties justify environmental and handling complexities.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01180 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1770 | eV/atom | — |