Al1Ge1Li1

Al1Ge1Li1 is a thermodynamically stable, semimetallic intermetallic compound formed from aluminum, germanium, and lithium.

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Crystal structure of Al1Ge1Li1
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Al1Ge1Li1

Al1Ge1Li1 is a distinct intermetallic compound composed of aluminum, germanium, and lithium. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural configuration within its chemical system.

Characterized as a near-zero-gap semimetallic material, this compound exhibits electronic properties that bridge the gap between metallic conductors and semiconductors. Its stability and unique electronic nature make it a compelling subject for fundamental studies in solid-state chemistry and materials design.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Al1Ge1Li1, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.05 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

16
3 databases, 6 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Al1Ge1Li1 is used.

Fundamental materials researchSolid-state chemistry studiesIntermetallic phase characterization
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Al1Ge1Li1, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Al1Ge1Li1?

Al1Ge1Li1 is a thermodynamically stable, semimetallic intermetallic compound formed from aluminum, germanium, and lithium.

More questions
What is Al1Ge1Li1 used for?
Al1Ge1Li1 is used in fundamental materials research, solid-state chemistry studies, and intermetallic phase characterization.
What is the band gap of Al1Ge1Li1?
Al1Ge1Li1 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.05 eV across 16 reported structures.
Is Al1Ge1Li1 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a near-zero band gap it behaves as a (semi)metal.
Is Al1Ge1Li1 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Al1Ge1Li1 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Al1Ge1Li1 are known?
16 structures of Al1Ge1Li1 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 6 distinct space groups.
What elements does Al1Ge1Li1 contain?
Al1Ge1Li1 contains Al, Ge, and Li (3 elements).
Where does the data for Al1Ge1Li1 come from?
Al1Ge1Li1 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique ternary phase, Al1Ge1Li1 serves as a foundational example of how light elements can combine to form stable, semimetallic intermetallic structures. Without direct structural siblings in this specific class, it stands as a primary reference point for investigating the interplay between its constituent elements in complex lattice arrangements.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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