Cs2Pt
Cs2Pt is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting alloy composed of cesium and platinum.

About Cs2Pt
Cs2Pt is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound within the platinum-group alloy class. Its position on the convex hull indicates a robust structural configuration, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating the electronic properties of alkali-metal platinum alloys.
This material is primarily studied for its potential roles in catalytic applications where specific electronic band structures are required. Its unique composition allows it to serve as a model system for understanding the interplay between heavy transition metals and alkali metals in solid-state chemistry.
Key Properties
Cross-validated computational properties for Cs2Pt, aggregated across 2 databases.
Band GapEnergy needed to move an electron from the valence band to the conduction band. Lower or zero values tend to behave more metallic; larger gaps are more insulating or semiconducting.
Energy Above HullThermodynamic distance from the most stable set of competing phases. 0 eV/atom is on the convex hull; small positive values may still be experimentally accessible.
StabilityA plain-language summary of the best reported energy-above-hull result. It reflects whether the lowest-energy structure is on, near, or far from the stability hull.
StructuresCount of reported calculated crystal structures for this formula, including alternate polymorphs, source databases, and observed space groups.
Applications
Where Cs2Pt is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cs2Pt, answered from cross-validated data.
What is Cs2Pt?
Cs2Pt is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting alloy composed of cesium and platinum.
What is Cs2Pt used for?
What is the band gap of Cs2Pt?
Is Cs2Pt a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Is Cs2Pt thermodynamically stable?
How many polymorphs of Cs2Pt are known?
What elements does Cs2Pt contain?
Where does the data for Cs2Pt come from?
How It Compares
Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.
Unlike many metallic platinum-group alloys such as P3Ru or As2Pt, Cs2Pt exhibits distinct semiconducting behavior. While its siblings often prioritize high conductivity or specific magnetic properties, Cs2Pt stands out due to its electronic gap, positioning it as a specialized candidate for applications requiring semiconductor-like charge transport rather than traditional metallic conduction.
Related Compounds
Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.
Data sources & attribution
- latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform
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