LiBeP

LiBeP is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of lithium, beryllium, and phosphorus.

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

About LiBeP

LiBeP is a distinct inorganic compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a material that resides on the thermodynamic convex hull, it exhibits notable stability, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating new functional solids. Its composition of lithium, beryllium, and phosphorus places it in a unique chemical space that warrants further exploration for specialized electronic roles. The existence of multiple reported structural phases suggests a complex landscape of potential configurations that could be tuned for specific performance requirements. Its stability profile indicates that it is a robust candidate for experimental synthesis and characterization within the broader field of semiconductor science.

At a glance

Key Properties

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

Band Gap

1.16 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

8
4 databases, 5 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where LiBeP is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state electronics developmentMaterials science exploration
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is LiBeP?

LiBeP is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of lithium, beryllium, and phosphorus.

More questions
What is LiBeP used for?
LiBeP is used in semiconductor research, solid-state electronics development, and materials science exploration.
What is the band gap of LiBeP?
LiBeP has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.16 eV across 8 reported structures.
Is LiBeP a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.16 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is LiBeP thermodynamically stable?
Yes — LiBeP sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of LiBeP are known?
8 structures of LiBeP are reported across 4 databases, spanning 5 distinct space groups.
What elements does LiBeP contain?
LiBeP contains Be, Li, and P (3 elements).
Where does the data for LiBeP come from?
LiBeP data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable semiconductor, LiBeP serves as a foundational example of this specific ternary composition, representing a stable point in its chemical system that provides a benchmark for future exploration of similar lithium-beryllium-phosphide materials.

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

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