PmS2

PmS2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of promethium and sulfur.

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Crystal structure of PmS2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About PmS2

PmS2 is a semiconducting sulfide compound containing the rare-earth element promethium. As a thermodynamically stable member of the sulfide family, it sits on the convex hull, indicating robust structural integrity under standard conditions.

With numerous reported structures, this compound serves as a significant subject for studying the electronic and crystallographic behavior of lanthanide-based chalcogenides. Its semiconducting nature makes it a point of interest for fundamental investigations into rare-earth material science.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for PmS2, aggregated across 2 databases.

Band Gap

0.43 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

21
2 databases, 9 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where PmS2 is used.

Fundamental materials researchRare-earth chalcogenide studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PmS2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is PmS2?

PmS2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of promethium and sulfur.

More questions
What is PmS2 used for?
PmS2 is used in fundamental materials research and rare-earth chalcogenide studies.
What is the band gap of PmS2?
PmS2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.43 eV across 21 reported structures.
Is PmS2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.43 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is PmS2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — PmS2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of PmS2 are known?
21 structures of PmS2 are reported across 2 databases, spanning 9 distinct space groups.
What elements does PmS2 contain?
PmS2 contains Pm and S (2 elements).
Where does the data for PmS2 come from?
PmS2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique sulfide of promethium, PmS2 serves as a foundational example of rare-earth chalcogenide behavior, providing critical insights into the structural diversity of lanthanide-sulfur systems.

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

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