Nb1Sn1Tc2

Nb1Sn1Tc2 is a thermodynamically stable, semimetallic ternary compound composed of niobium, tin, and technetium.

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Crystal structure of Nb1Sn1Tc2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Nb1Sn1Tc2

Nb1Sn1Tc2 is a complex inorganic compound composed of niobium, tin, and technetium. It resides on the convex hull, indicating that it is a thermodynamically stable phase under standard conditions. Its electronic character is defined as near-zero-gap, placing it in the semimetallic regime where conduction properties are highly sensitive to its structural arrangement. With numerous reported structures, this material is a subject of interest for fundamental solid-state studies. Its stability and unique elemental combination make it a notable entry in materials databases for researchers investigating complex ternary systems. The interplay between the transition metals and the main-group element provides a rich landscape for exploring electronic behavior in the semimetallic state.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Nb1Sn1Tc2, aggregated across 2 databases.

Band Gap

0.09 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

28
2 databases, 17 space groups
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nb1Sn1Tc2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Nb1Sn1Tc2?

Nb1Sn1Tc2 is a thermodynamically stable, semimetallic ternary compound composed of niobium, tin, and technetium.

More questions
What is the band gap of Nb1Sn1Tc2?
Nb1Sn1Tc2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.09 eV across 28 reported structures.
Is Nb1Sn1Tc2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a near-zero band gap it behaves as a (semi)metal.
Is Nb1Sn1Tc2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Nb1Sn1Tc2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Nb1Sn1Tc2 are known?
28 structures of Nb1Sn1Tc2 are reported across 2 databases, spanning 17 distinct space groups.
What elements does Nb1Sn1Tc2 contain?
Nb1Sn1Tc2 contains Nb, Sn, and Tc (3 elements).
Where does the data for Nb1Sn1Tc2 come from?
Nb1Sn1Tc2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct ternary phase, Nb1Sn1Tc2 occupies a specialized niche in materials science. Unlike simpler binary alloys, this compound demonstrates the stability achievable through the precise integration of niobium, tin, and technetium, serving as a reference point for understanding the phase behavior of complex transition metal-based systems.

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

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