Ge1P2Zn1

Ge1P2Zn1 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting material composed of germanium, phosphorus, and zinc.

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Crystal structure of Ge1P2Zn1
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ge1P2Zn1

Ge1P2Zn1 is a complex ternary compound composed of germanium, phosphorus, and zinc. As a thermodynamically stable material situated on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement that is highly favorable for further investigation in materials science.

This compound exhibits semiconducting electronic characteristics, making it an interesting candidate for electronic and optoelectronic applications. With numerous reported structures, it is a well-documented material that offers significant potential for researchers studying multinary semiconductor systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ge1P2Zn1, aggregated across 2 databases.

Band Gap

0.14–1.18 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

27
2 databases, 18 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Ge1P2Zn1 is used.

Semiconductor researchElectronic materials developmentOptoelectronic device studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ge1P2Zn1, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ge1P2Zn1?

Ge1P2Zn1 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting material composed of germanium, phosphorus, and zinc.

More questions
What is Ge1P2Zn1 used for?
Ge1P2Zn1 is used in semiconductor research, electronic materials development, and optoelectronic device studies.
What is the band gap of Ge1P2Zn1?
Ge1P2Zn1 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.14–1.18 eV across 27 reported structures.
Is Ge1P2Zn1 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.18 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Ge1P2Zn1 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Ge1P2Zn1 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Ge1P2Zn1 are known?
27 structures of Ge1P2Zn1 are reported across 2 databases, spanning 18 distinct space groups.
What elements does Ge1P2Zn1 contain?
Ge1P2Zn1 contains Ge, P, and Zn (3 elements).
Where does the data for Ge1P2Zn1 come from?
Ge1P2Zn1 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique ternary phase within its chemical system, Ge1P2Zn1 serves as a foundational material for exploring the interplay between group 14, 15, and 12 elements. Without direct structural siblings in this specific class, it stands as a primary reference point for understanding the stability and electronic behavior of complex zinc-germanium-phosphide architectures.

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

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