Zr₂Cd₂ is an intermetallic compound formed from zirconium and cadmium, belonging to the class of binary metal compounds with potential semiconducting behavior. This material is primarily of research and academic interest rather than established industrial use, investigated for its electronic structure and phase behavior within the Zr-Cd alloy system. The compound represents an intermediate composition in a system studied for understanding metal-metal interactions and potential applications in advanced materials where controlled crystal structures and specific electronic properties are desired.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00110 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1290 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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