Zn₁Hg₃ is an intermetallic compound in the zinc-mercury system, representing a specific stoichiometric phase that forms under controlled composition and thermal conditions. This material belongs to the family of mercury-containing semiconductors and intermetallics, which have been studied primarily in research contexts for their electronic and structural properties rather than as a mainstream engineering material. Industrial applications are limited; historical interest centered on mercury amalgam systems and specialized electronic devices, though environmental and health concerns related to mercury have significantly restricted modern use in most regions.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00320 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1060 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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