Sr₂Zn₂Sn₂ is a ternary intermetallic semiconductor compound combining strontium, zinc, and tin in a 1:1:1 stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of Heusler-related or complex intermetallic semiconductors, which are primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications. The compound is notable for its potential to bridge properties of conventional narrow-bandgap semiconductors with the crystal structure control available in engineered intermetallics, making it of interest where band engineering and phase stability are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00530 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5970 | eV/atom | — |