SrHfN2

SrHfN2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride compound.

HfNSr
Crystal structure of SrHfN2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About SrHfN2

SrHfN2 is a stable ternary nitride compound that exhibits semiconducting electronic behavior. Its position on the convex hull suggests a robust structural configuration, making it a subject of interest for fundamental materials research into complex nitride systems. The compound represents a unique combination of alkaline earth and transition metal elements, providing a distinct chemical environment for potential technological integration. As a well-defined crystalline phase, it serves as a valuable model for understanding the interplay between structural symmetry and electronic properties in nitride-based materials.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for SrHfN2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.31–1.55 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

6
3 databases, 4 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where SrHfN2 is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science modelingSolid-state chemistry
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SrHfN2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is SrHfN2?

SrHfN2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride compound.

More questions
What is SrHfN2 used for?
SrHfN2 is used in semiconductor research, materials science modeling, and solid-state chemistry.
What is the band gap of SrHfN2?
SrHfN2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.31–1.55 eV across 6 reported structures.
Is SrHfN2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.55 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is SrHfN2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — SrHfN2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of SrHfN2 are known?
6 structures of SrHfN2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
What elements does SrHfN2 contain?
SrHfN2 contains Hf, N, and Sr (3 elements).
Where does the data for SrHfN2 come from?
SrHfN2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a member of the ternary nitride family, SrHfN2 occupies a distinct niche due to its thermodynamic stability and semiconducting nature. Unlike many complex nitrides that may require extreme synthesis conditions or exhibit metastable characteristics, this compound maintains a stable structural profile, positioning it as a reliable candidate for further experimental investigation and computational modeling within the broader class of transition metal nitrides.

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

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