MnTe2

MnTe2 is a stable, metallic manganese telluride compound that is frequently characterized in structural materials research.

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Crystal structure of MnTe2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About MnTe2

MnTe2 is a metallic telluride compound that holds a position of thermodynamic stability on the convex hull. Its structural integrity is well-documented, supported by a vast array of reported structures across multiple crystallographic databases.

This material serves as a significant subject for researchers investigating metallic chalcogenides. Its stability and electronic nature make it a compelling candidate for fundamental studies in solid-state chemistry and advanced materials development.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for MnTe2, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

Metallic / not reported

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

43
4 databases, 11 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where MnTe2 is used.

Solid-state researchMaterials science characterizationFundamental electronic property studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MnTe2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is MnTe2?

MnTe2 is a stable, metallic manganese telluride compound that is frequently characterized in structural materials research.

More questions
What is MnTe2 used for?
MnTe2 is used in solid-state research, materials science characterization, and fundamental electronic property studies.
What is the band gap of MnTe2?
MnTe2 is computed to be metallic (no band gap) in the reported DFT structures.
Is MnTe2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Computed band structures report no gap, so it is metallic.
Is MnTe2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — MnTe2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of MnTe2 are known?
43 structures of MnTe2 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 11 distinct space groups.
What elements does MnTe2 contain?
MnTe2 contains Mn and Te (2 elements).
Where does the data for MnTe2 come from?
MnTe2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable metallic compound, MnTe2 represents a robust structural archetype within the broader family of manganese-based tellurides, providing a reliable baseline for studying the electronic behavior of transition metal chalcogenides.

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

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