Rh2Sb2

Rh2Sb2 is a stable, metallic alloy composed of rhodium and antimony that serves as a specialized catalyst in materials science.

Crystal structure of Rh2Sb2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Rh2Sb2

Rh2Sb2 is a robust platinum-group alloy that sits firmly on the thermodynamic convex hull, indicating exceptional structural stability. As a metallic system, it exhibits high conductivity and is frequently investigated for its catalytic potential in complex chemical transformations.

Its structural diversity is well-documented, with numerous reported configurations across various databases. This versatility makes it a significant candidate for researchers seeking reliable, stable metallic catalysts in demanding industrial environments.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Rh2Sb2, aggregated across 5 databases.

Band Gap

Metallic / not reported

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

28
5 databases, 13 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Rh2Sb2 is used.

Catalytic chemical synthesisMaterials researchElectrocatalysis
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rh2Sb2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Rh2Sb2?

Rh2Sb2 is a stable, metallic alloy composed of rhodium and antimony that serves as a specialized catalyst in materials science.

More questions
What is Rh2Sb2 used for?
Rh2Sb2 is used in catalytic chemical synthesis, materials research, and electrocatalysis.
What is the band gap of Rh2Sb2?
Rh2Sb2 is computed to be metallic (no band gap) in the reported DFT structures.
Is Rh2Sb2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Computed band structures report no gap, so it is metallic.
Is Rh2Sb2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Rh2Sb2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Rh2Sb2 are known?
28 structures of Rh2Sb2 are reported across 5 databases, spanning 13 distinct space groups.
What elements does Rh2Sb2 contain?
Rh2Sb2 contains Rh and Sb (2 elements).
Where does the data for Rh2Sb2 come from?
Rh2Sb2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.

Within the diverse family of platinum-group alloy catalysts, Rh2Sb2 distinguishes itself through its high thermodynamic stability compared to more volatile or metastable counterparts like BaPd or Ga2Ru. While compounds such as As2Pt are often studied for specific surface reactivity, Rh2Sb2 offers a more structurally consistent framework for catalytic applications.

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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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