Zn₄Ba₂ is an intermetallic compound composed of zinc and barium, belonging to the family of binary metal compounds with potential semiconductor or electronic properties. This material appears to be primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume industrial production, likely investigated for photonic, optoelectronic, or thermoelectric applications where the Zn-Ba system offers opportunities for bandgap engineering or novel crystal structures. Engineers considering this material should be aware it represents an exploratory composition; detailed performance data and manufacturability information would be essential before any production-scale adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000500 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2760 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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