Tb₄Si₄ is a rare-earth silicon compound belonging to the family of transition metal silicides, specifically a terbium silicide with potential semiconductor or intermetallic properties. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with investigations focused on understanding its electronic structure, thermal stability, and potential applications in high-temperature or specialty electronic devices. The compound represents part of a broader exploration into rare-earth silicides for advanced materials, though practical engineering applications remain limited pending further development and characterization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,182.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,481.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00140 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8050 | eV/atom | — |