Post-Transition Metal Chalcogenides (PTMCs)
Post-transition metal chalcogenides are a class of materials that consist of chalcogen elements (sulfur, selenium, or tellurium) combined with post-transition metals such as tin (Sn), gallium (Ga), or bismuth (Bi). These compounds exhibit unique chemical and physical properties, making them of interest in various applications.
Key properties of these materials include semiconducting behavior, high thermoelectric performance, and potential use in photovoltaic cells. For example, tin selenide (SnSe) is known for its exceptional thermoelectric efficiency, while bismuth selenide (Bi2Se3) is studied for its topological insulator properties, which are beneficial in quantum computing and spintronic devices.
The interest in post-transition metal chalcogenides has grown due to their potential in next-generation electronic and energy-related applications, driven by their versatile electronic properties and relatively abundant constituent elements.
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Introduction to 2D Materials
The foundation of technology is the understanding of material systems. Specific material properties are required depending on the application.
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