SrP3

SrP3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of strontium and phosphorus.

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Crystal structure of SrP3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About SrP3

SrP3 is a distinct strontium phosphide that exists as a thermodynamically stable phase on the convex hull. Its electronic character identifies it as a semiconductor, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating phosphorus-based inorganic compounds.

With numerous reported structures across multiple databases, this material is well-documented within the scientific community. Its stability and semiconducting nature suggest it may hold potential for specialized electronic or optoelectronic applications.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for SrP3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.38 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

14
3 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where SrP3 is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state chemistry studiesMaterials science exploration
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SrP3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is SrP3?

SrP3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of strontium and phosphorus.

More questions
What is SrP3 used for?
SrP3 is used in semiconductor research, solid-state chemistry studies, and materials science exploration.
What is the band gap of SrP3?
SrP3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.38 eV across 14 reported structures.
Is SrP3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.38 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is SrP3 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — SrP3 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of SrP3 are known?
14 structures of SrP3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does SrP3 contain?
SrP3 contains P and Sr (2 elements).
Where does the data for SrP3 come from?
SrP3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a stable semiconducting phosphide, SrP3 represents a significant entry in the study of alkaline earth metal phosphorus systems, serving as a foundational reference point for understanding the structural diversity and electronic behavior of this group of materials.

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

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