P2Rh

P2Rh is a stable, semiconducting phosphide of rhodium used in catalytic research.

Crystal structure of P2Rh
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About P2Rh

P2Rh is a thermodynamically stable inorganic compound belonging to the platinum-group alloy catalyst family. As a semiconducting material, it exhibits distinct electronic properties that make it an intriguing candidate for specialized catalytic processes where specific charge transport characteristics are required.

Its significance is underscored by its presence on the convex hull, indicating high thermodynamic stability. The compound is characterized by a high degree of structural complexity, supported by extensive documentation across multiple materials databases, which facilitates its exploration in advanced chemical synthesis and materials engineering.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for P2Rh, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

0.37 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

69
4 databases, 16 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where P2Rh is used.

Catalytic researchMaterials science engineeringAdvanced chemical synthesis
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about P2Rh, answered from cross-validated data.

What is P2Rh?

P2Rh is a stable, semiconducting phosphide of rhodium used in catalytic research.

More questions
What is P2Rh used for?
P2Rh is used in catalytic research, materials science engineering, and advanced chemical synthesis.
What is the band gap of P2Rh?
P2Rh has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.37 eV across 69 reported structures.
Is P2Rh a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.37 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is P2Rh thermodynamically stable?
Yes — P2Rh sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of P2Rh are known?
69 structures of P2Rh are reported across 4 databases, spanning 16 distinct space groups.
What elements does P2Rh contain?
P2Rh contains P and Rh (2 elements).
Where does the data for P2Rh come from?
P2Rh data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.

Within the broader class of platinum-group alloy catalysts, P2Rh occupies a unique position alongside compounds like P3Ru and As2Pt. While many members of this group are metallic, P2Rh stands out for its semiconducting nature, offering a different electronic profile compared to the more conventional metallic conductors like BaPd or LaRh found in the same class.

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Related Compounds

Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.

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

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