Te₁Pb₁ is a binary intermetallic compound belonging to the telluride semiconductor family, combining tellurium and lead in a 1:1 stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where lead telluride compounds have historically been explored for mid-infrared detection, thermal energy conversion, and solid-state cooling devices. Te₁Pb₁ represents an experimental composition within the broader lead telluride material system, which is notable for its narrow bandgap and potential for specialized semiconductor devices where alternatives like cadmium telluride or bulk PbTe may be less suitable.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 41.30 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 31.56 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.119 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4170 | eV/atom | — |