Thallium(I) chloride (TlCl) is an ionic semiconductor compound belonging to the halide family, characterized by its layered crystal structure and narrow bandgap properties. Historically used in infrared optical applications and specialized detectors, TlCl remains primarily a research material due to toxicity concerns and the availability of superior alternatives; it is notable within the semiconductor physics community for its unique electronic transport properties and potential in radiation detection applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 4,119.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,696.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.208 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.051 | eV/atom | — |