Zr₂Te₂ is a binary intermetallic semiconductor compound combining zirconium and tellurium elements. This material remains primarily a research compound studied for its electronic and structural properties rather than an established commercial product. The zirconium-tellurium family shows potential for thermoelectric applications, optoelectronic devices, and high-temperature semiconductor applications where conventional semiconductors reach performance limits; however, practical engineering adoption is limited compared to mature alternatives like Si, GaAs, or established chalcogenides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 90.22 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 51.05 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03620 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6450 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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