Rb2Se

Rb2Se is a stable semiconducting compound formed from rubidium and selenium that is widely studied for its structural diversity.

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Crystal structure of Rb2Se
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Rb2Se

Rb2Se is a thermodynamically stable binary compound composed of rubidium and selenium. As a member of the alkali metal chalcogenide family, it exhibits semiconducting behavior, making it a subject of interest for fundamental studies in solid-state physics and materials science.

With a significant number of reported structures across various databases, this compound serves as a key reference point for understanding bonding and structural evolution in chalcogenide systems. Its stability on the convex hull highlights its robust nature, positioning it as a reliable candidate for investigating electronic properties in specialized chemical environments.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Rb2Se, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.80 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

20
3 databases, 5 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Rb2Se is used.

Solid-state researchSemiconductor physics studiesMaterials science characterization
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rb2Se, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Rb2Se?

Rb2Se is a stable semiconducting compound formed from rubidium and selenium that is widely studied for its structural diversity.

More questions
What is Rb2Se used for?
Rb2Se is used in solid-state research, semiconductor physics studies, and materials science characterization.
What is the band gap of Rb2Se?
Rb2Se has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.80 eV across 20 reported structures.
Is Rb2Se a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.80 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Rb2Se thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Rb2Se sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Rb2Se are known?
20 structures of Rb2Se are reported across 3 databases, spanning 5 distinct space groups.
What elements does Rb2Se contain?
Rb2Se contains Rb and Se (2 elements).
Where does the data for Rb2Se come from?
Rb2Se data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a stable binary chalcogenide, Rb2Se represents a foundational structure within its class, providing a benchmark for the electronic and structural trends observed in alkali metal-based semiconductors.

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

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