Zn2 Ge1 S4
semiconductor· Zn2 Ge1 S4
Zn₂GeS₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the II-IV-VI₂ family, composed of zinc, germanium, and sulfur. This material is primarily explored in research and developmental applications for optoelectronic and photonic devices, where its direct bandgap and crystalline structure make it a candidate for light emission, detection, and nonlinear optical applications. Compared to more established semiconductors like GaAs or ZnSe, Zn₂GeS₄ offers potential advantages in cost and availability of constituent elements, though it remains less commercialized and is the subject of ongoing materials characterization and device development work.
photonic devicesoptoelectronic researchnonlinear optical applicationsinfrared detectionlight-emitting devicessemiconductor research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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