DyN

DyN is a thermodynamically stable rare-earth nitride that functions as a semimetallic material.

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

About DyN

Dysprosium nitride is a binary compound composed of dysprosium and nitrogen. It is recognized for its thermodynamic stability, as it sits on the convex hull, indicating a highly favorable structural state under standard conditions. As a near-zero-gap semimetallic material, it exhibits electronic properties that bridge the gap between traditional semiconductors and metallic conductors. This unique electronic character makes it a subject of significant interest for researchers investigating rare-earth nitrides in specialized electronic and magnetic applications.

At a glance

Key Properties

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

Band Gap

0.04 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Validation

Cross-Source DFT Agreement

How well independent DFT databases agree on the thermodynamics of DyN. 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
Synthesis

Synthesis Routes

Literature-extracted synthesis procedures targeting DyN.

Sol Gel
Procedure available · ceder_sol_gel
Sol Gel
Procedure available · ceder_sol_gel
Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Uses

Applications

Where DyN is used.

Advanced electronic materials researchMagnetic materials developmentSemiconductor physics studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is DyN?

DyN is a thermodynamically stable rare-earth nitride that functions as a semimetallic material.

More questions
What is DyN used for?
DyN is used in advanced electronic materials research, magnetic materials development, and semiconductor physics studies.
What is the band gap of DyN?
DyN has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.04 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is DyN a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a near-zero band gap it behaves as a (semi)metal.
Is DyN thermodynamically stable?
Yes — DyN sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of DyN are known?
3 structures of DyN are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
How is DyN synthesized?
Literature-reported routes for DyN include sol gel, solid state (7 procedures documented).
What elements does DyN contain?
DyN contains Dy and N (2 elements).
Where does the data for DyN come from?
DyN data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a member of the rare-earth nitride family, DyN serves as a critical reference point for understanding the electronic evolution of these materials. Its position on the convex hull highlights its robust nature compared to less stable nitrides, establishing it as a reliable candidate for fundamental studies in condensed matter physics.

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

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