As2Ba2Cd1

As2Ba2Cd1 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound consisting of arsenic, barium, and cadmium.

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Crystal structure of As2Ba2Cd1
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About As2Ba2Cd1

As2Ba2Cd1 is a distinct ternary compound composed of arsenic, barium, and cadmium. As a thermodynamically stable material situated on the convex hull, it represents a robust phase within its compositional space, offering a reliable foundation for structural and electronic investigations.

This material exhibits semiconducting electronic character, making it an intriguing candidate for specialized solid-state applications. Its stability suggests potential for synthesis and integration into complex material systems where consistent electronic behavior is required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for As2Ba2Cd1, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.39 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

5
3 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where As2Ba2Cd1 is used.

Solid-state researchSemiconductor materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about As2Ba2Cd1, answered from cross-validated data.

What is As2Ba2Cd1?

As2Ba2Cd1 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound consisting of arsenic, barium, and cadmium.

More questions
What is As2Ba2Cd1 used for?
As2Ba2Cd1 is used in solid-state research and semiconductor materials development.
What is the band gap of As2Ba2Cd1?
As2Ba2Cd1 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.39 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is As2Ba2Cd1 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.39 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is As2Ba2Cd1 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — As2Ba2Cd1 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of As2Ba2Cd1 are known?
5 structures of As2Ba2Cd1 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does As2Ba2Cd1 contain?
As2Ba2Cd1 contains As, Ba, and Cd (3 elements).
Where does the data for As2Ba2Cd1 come from?
As2Ba2Cd1 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique ternary phase, As2Ba2Cd1 serves as a foundational example of how alkaline earth metals and pnictogens combine with transition metals to achieve thermodynamic stability. Without direct structural siblings in this specific class, it stands as a primary reference point for understanding the interplay between its constituent elements in a stable semiconducting framework.

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

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