Tb2K2Ge2S8 is a layered quaternary chalcogenide semiconductor composed of terbium, potassium, germanium, and sulfur. This is a research-phase compound studied for its potential in solid-state electronics and photonics applications, particularly within the family of metal-chalcogenide semiconductors known for tunable bandgaps and anisotropic transport properties. The material's layered structure and rare-earth dopant (terbium) make it a candidate for thermoelectric conversion, optical sensing, and emerging quantum device architectures where chemical composition enables property engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 4,325.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,609.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.325 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.367 | eV/atom | — |