AlSe2Tl

AlSe2Tl is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound consisting of aluminum, selenium, and thallium.

AlSeTl
Crystal structure of AlSe2Tl
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About AlSe2Tl

AlSe2Tl is a distinct ternary compound composed of aluminum, selenium, and thallium. As a thermodynamically stable material located on the convex hull, it represents a robust phase within its elemental system, offering a reliable structure for fundamental investigation into complex chalcogenides.

Its electronic character as a semiconductor makes it an intriguing subject for studies involving charge transport and optoelectronic properties. With multiple reported structures across various databases, it serves as a valuable reference point for researchers mapping the structural landscape of aluminum-thallium-selenide systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for AlSe2Tl, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.59–1.79 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

6
3 databases, 4 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where AlSe2Tl is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science explorationSolid-state chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AlSe2Tl, answered from cross-validated data.

What is AlSe2Tl?

AlSe2Tl is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound consisting of aluminum, selenium, and thallium.

More questions
What is AlSe2Tl used for?
AlSe2Tl is used in semiconductor research, materials science exploration, and solid-state chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of AlSe2Tl?
AlSe2Tl has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.59–1.79 eV across 6 reported structures.
Is AlSe2Tl a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.79 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is AlSe2Tl thermodynamically stable?
Yes — AlSe2Tl sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of AlSe2Tl are known?
6 structures of AlSe2Tl are reported across 3 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
What elements does AlSe2Tl contain?
AlSe2Tl contains Al, Se, and Tl (3 elements).
Where does the data for AlSe2Tl come from?
AlSe2Tl data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable ternary phase, AlSe2Tl occupies a unique position in the landscape of chalcogenide materials, providing a stable structural archetype that facilitates the exploration of semiconducting behavior in systems containing both light and heavy metallic components.

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

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