Tm₂CdIn is an intermetallic compound combining thulium (a rare-earth element), cadmium, and indium in a 2:1:1 stoichiometry. This is a research-phase material studied primarily for its electronic and magnetic properties rather than established commercial applications. The material belongs to the family of rare-earth intermetallics, which are investigated for potential use in thermoelectric devices, magnetocaloric applications, and semiconductor research where the combination of rare-earth, post-transition metal, and semiconductor elements may yield unusual electronic structures or low-dimensional carrier behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01130 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4000 | eV/atom | — |