BaLiSb

BaLiSb is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound containing barium, lithium, and antimony.

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

About BaLiSb

BaLiSb is a crystalline compound composed of barium, lithium, and antimony. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of these elements that maintains structural integrity under standard conditions. Its electronic character is defined as semiconducting, making it a subject of interest for fundamental studies in solid-state physics and materials science. The material has been documented with multiple structural variations across major databases, highlighting its significance in the exploration of ternary intermetallic systems. Its stable nature provides a reliable platform for investigating how the interplay of alkaline earth, alkali, and pnictogen elements influences electronic behavior. This compound serves as a valuable case study for researchers aiming to understand the structural diversity and potential electronic applications of complex ternary semiconductors.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for BaLiSb, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

0.69 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

7
4 databases, 5 space groups
Validation

Cross-Source DFT Agreement

How well independent DFT databases agree on the thermodynamics of BaLiSb. Tight agreement means computed properties can be trusted without re-running calculations.

Agreement Score

1.00 / 1.00
Trust tier: medium

Hull Spread

0.000 eV
EAH spread across sources

Sources Compared

2
jarvis, materials_project

Space Group Consensus

All match
Uses

Applications

Where BaLiSb is used.

Solid-state physics researchSemiconductor material investigationFundamental materials science studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is BaLiSb?

BaLiSb is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary compound containing barium, lithium, and antimony.

More questions
What is BaLiSb used for?
BaLiSb is used in solid-state physics research, semiconductor material investigation, and fundamental materials science studies.
What is the band gap of BaLiSb?
BaLiSb has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.69 eV across 7 reported structures.
Is BaLiSb a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.69 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is BaLiSb thermodynamically stable?
Yes — BaLiSb sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of BaLiSb are known?
7 structures of BaLiSb are reported across 4 databases, spanning 5 distinct space groups.
What elements does BaLiSb contain?
BaLiSb contains Ba, Li, and Sb (3 elements).
Where does the data for BaLiSb come from?
BaLiSb data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique ternary compound, BaLiSb occupies a distinct position in materials research, serving as a foundational example of stable semiconducting phases formed from these specific elemental constituents.

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

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