Ge1Ta1Tc2

Ge1Ta1Tc2 is a semiconducting ternary compound that is theoretically stable enough to be a target for laboratory synthesis.

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Crystal structure of Ge1Ta1Tc2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ge1Ta1Tc2

Ge1Ta1Tc2 is a complex ternary compound composed of germanium, tantalum, and technetium. Its electronic character classifies it as a semiconductor, positioning it as an intriguing subject for fundamental studies in solid-state physics and materials science.

Due to its near-hull thermodynamic stability, this compound is considered a promising candidate for experimental synthesis. The existence of multiple reported structures suggests significant potential for structural diversity, making it a valuable addition to the exploration of transition metal-based semiconductors.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ge1Ta1Tc2, aggregated across 2 databases.

Band Gap

0.27 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.016 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

28
2 databases, 16 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Ge1Ta1Tc2 is used.

Fundamental materials researchSolid-state physics studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ge1Ta1Tc2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ge1Ta1Tc2?

Ge1Ta1Tc2 is a semiconducting ternary compound that is theoretically stable enough to be a target for laboratory synthesis.

More questions
What is Ge1Ta1Tc2 used for?
Ge1Ta1Tc2 is used in fundamental materials research and solid-state physics studies.
What is the band gap of Ge1Ta1Tc2?
Ge1Ta1Tc2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.27 eV across 28 reported structures.
Is Ge1Ta1Tc2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.27 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Ge1Ta1Tc2 thermodynamically stable?
Ge1Ta1Tc2 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.016 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of Ge1Ta1Tc2 are known?
28 structures of Ge1Ta1Tc2 are reported across 2 databases, spanning 16 distinct space groups.
What elements does Ge1Ta1Tc2 contain?
Ge1Ta1Tc2 contains Ge, Ta, and Tc (3 elements).
Where does the data for Ge1Ta1Tc2 come from?
Ge1Ta1Tc2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique ternary system, Ge1Ta1Tc2 serves as an important reference point for future studies in this chemical space, offering a distinct electronic profile that distinguishes it from more common binary or elemental semiconductors.

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

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