RbSn

RbSn is a stable semiconducting intermetallic compound composed of rubidium and tin.

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

About RbSn

RbSn is a distinct intermetallic compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement of rubidium and tin atoms. The material is notable for its significant structural diversity, with numerous reported configurations documented across scientific databases. This structural richness suggests a complex interplay between its constituent elements that warrants further investigation for specialized electronic applications. Its stability makes it a reliable candidate for fundamental studies in solid-state chemistry and materials science.

At a glance

Key Properties

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

Band Gap

0.88 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

47
3 databases, 12 space groups
Synthesis

Synthesis Routes

Literature-extracted synthesis procedures targeting RbSn.

Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Uses

Applications

Where RbSn is used.

Solid-state electronic researchFundamental materials science studiesIntermetallic phase development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is RbSn?

RbSn is a stable semiconducting intermetallic compound composed of rubidium and tin.

More questions
What is RbSn used for?
RbSn is used in solid-state electronic research, fundamental materials science studies, and intermetallic phase development.
What is the band gap of RbSn?
RbSn has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.88 eV across 47 reported structures.
Is RbSn a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.88 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is RbSn thermodynamically stable?
Yes — RbSn sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of RbSn are known?
47 structures of RbSn are reported across 3 databases, spanning 12 distinct space groups.
How is RbSn synthesized?
Literature-reported routes for RbSn include solid state.
What elements does RbSn contain?
RbSn contains Rb and Sn (2 elements).
Where does the data for RbSn come from?
RbSn data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique intermetallic phase, RbSn occupies a specific niche within the landscape of binary rubidium-tin compounds. Its position on the convex hull distinguishes it as a thermodynamically favored structure, providing a stable baseline for understanding the electronic behavior of alkali metal-post-transition metal systems.

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

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