Tb2Ir1Rh1 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining terbium (a rare-earth element) with iridium and rhodium (platinum-group metals), classified as a semiconductor. This material represents research into high-performance intermetallics that leverage the electronic properties of rare-earth elements combined with the thermal stability and corrosion resistance of precious metals. Such compounds are typically investigated for specialized applications requiring extreme conditions, high-temperature stability, or unique electronic behavior, though they remain largely in the research phase rather than widespread industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 127.7 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 34.32 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.04380 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9270 | eV/atom | — |