CdGeN2

CdGeN2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride used in advanced materials research.

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Crystal structure of CdGeN2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About CdGeN2

CdGeN2 is a complex ternary nitride that exists as a thermodynamically stable phase, sitting securely on the convex hull of its constituent elements. Its electronic character as a semiconductor makes it a subject of significant interest for researchers investigating new materials for optoelectronic and power applications.

With multiple reported structures documented across various databases, this compound represents a well-characterized entry in the field of ternary nitrides. Its stability and semiconducting nature provide a robust foundation for exploring its utility in high-performance device architectures.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for CdGeN2, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

0.74–0.96 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

9
4 databases, 4 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where CdGeN2 is used.

Optoelectronic devicesSemiconductor researchPower electronics
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CdGeN2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is CdGeN2?

CdGeN2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride used in advanced materials research.

More questions
What is CdGeN2 used for?
CdGeN2 is used in optoelectronic devices, semiconductor research, and power electronics.
What is the band gap of CdGeN2?
CdGeN2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.74–0.96 eV across 9 reported structures.
Is CdGeN2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.96 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is CdGeN2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — CdGeN2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of CdGeN2 are known?
9 structures of CdGeN2 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
What elements does CdGeN2 contain?
CdGeN2 contains Cd, Ge, and N (3 elements).
Where does the data for CdGeN2 come from?
CdGeN2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct ternary nitride, CdGeN2 occupies a unique position in materials science research, serving as a benchmark for stability and electronic performance within its structural family.

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

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