N6Rb2

N6Rb2 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating solid-state compound consisting of nitrogen and rubidium.

NRb
Crystal structure of N6Rb2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About N6Rb2

N6Rb2 is a distinct inorganic compound composed of nitrogen and rubidium. It is characterized by its wide-band-gap insulating electronic profile, which sets it apart from more conductive metallic or semiconducting materials. Its position on the convex hull indicates that it is a thermodynamically stable phase under standard conditions.

With numerous reported structures across multiple databases, this compound serves as a significant subject for research into nitrogen-rich solid-state chemistry. Its stability and unique electronic nature make it a compelling candidate for fundamental studies in materials science and high-pressure physics.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for N6Rb2, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

1.78–4.16 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

13
4 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where N6Rb2 is used.

Fundamental solid-state researchHigh-pressure physics studiesNitrogen-rich materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about N6Rb2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is N6Rb2?

N6Rb2 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating solid-state compound consisting of nitrogen and rubidium.

More questions
What is N6Rb2 used for?
N6Rb2 is used in fundamental solid-state research, high-pressure physics studies, and nitrogen-rich materials development.
What is the band gap of N6Rb2?
N6Rb2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.78–4.16 eV across 13 reported structures.
Is N6Rb2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 4.16 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is N6Rb2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — N6Rb2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of N6Rb2 are known?
13 structures of N6Rb2 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does N6Rb2 contain?
N6Rb2 contains N and Rb (2 elements).
Where does the data for N6Rb2 come from?
N6Rb2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic phase, N6Rb2 represents a specialized structural arrangement within the nitrogen-rubidium system. It is distinguished by its high thermodynamic stability, marking it as a preferred configuration for this stoichiometry compared to other potential metastable nitrogen-rich compounds.

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

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