Al86Dy12Mo8

Al86Dy12Mo8 is a thermodynamically stable semimetallic intermetallic compound containing aluminum, dysprosium, and molybdenum.

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Crystal structure of Al86Dy12Mo8
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Al86Dy12Mo8

Al86Dy12Mo8 is a complex intermetallic compound composed of aluminum, dysprosium, and molybdenum. It is characterized by its near-zero-gap electronic structure, which places it in the semimetallic regime, and it maintains high thermodynamic stability as it sits on the convex hull of its constituent elements. The material is notable for having multiple reported structural configurations across scientific databases, indicating a rich potential for phase exploration. Its unique combination of rare-earth and transition metal components makes it a subject of interest for fundamental studies in solid-state chemistry and materials design. By understanding its stable structural motifs, researchers can better predict how these components interact to influence electronic behavior in complex metallic systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Al86Dy12Mo8, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.04 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

3
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where Al86Dy12Mo8 is used.

Fundamental materials science researchSolid-state chemistry studiesAlloy phase stability investigation
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Al86Dy12Mo8, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Al86Dy12Mo8?

Al86Dy12Mo8 is a thermodynamically stable semimetallic intermetallic compound containing aluminum, dysprosium, and molybdenum.

More questions
What is Al86Dy12Mo8 used for?
Al86Dy12Mo8 is used in fundamental materials science research, solid-state chemistry studies, and alloy phase stability investigation.
What is the band gap of Al86Dy12Mo8?
Al86Dy12Mo8 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.04 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is Al86Dy12Mo8 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a near-zero band gap it behaves as a (semi)metal.
Is Al86Dy12Mo8 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Al86Dy12Mo8 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Al86Dy12Mo8 are known?
3 structures of Al86Dy12Mo8 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does Al86Dy12Mo8 contain?
Al86Dy12Mo8 contains Al, Dy, and Mo (3 elements).
Where does the data for Al86Dy12Mo8 come from?
Al86Dy12Mo8 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable semimetallic phase, Al86Dy12Mo8 serves as a key reference point for understanding ternary aluminum-based intermetallics containing rare-earth and transition metal elements. Its position on the convex hull distinguishes it as a robust structural candidate, providing a baseline for investigating the electronic and physical properties of similar high-aluminum content alloys.

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

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