Apr 12 2013
Topics Covered
Description
Applications
Chemical Properties
Electrical Properties
Mechanical and Optical Properties
Safety Information
Description
Zinc antimonide is a gray solid with a chemical formula ZnSb. It consists of zinc and antimonide ions. Its properties are between that of alloy and salt. Zinc antimonide reacts with water to form stibine. It acts as a reducing agent, and is prepared by heating zinc and antimony.
Applications
Zinc antimonide finds applications in the following:
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Transistors
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Thermal imagers
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Infrared detectors
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Magnetoresistive devices
Chemical Properties
The chemical properties of zinc antimonide are provided in the table below:
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Chemical Properties |
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Chemical Formula |
ZnSb |
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Molecular Weight |
434.06 |
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CAS No. |
12039-35-9 |
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Group |
Zinc – 12
Antimony - 15 |
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Crystal Structure |
Orthorhombic |
Electrical Properties
The electrical properties of zinc antimonide are provided in the table below:
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Electrical Properties |
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Band Gap |
0.56 eV |
Mechanical and Optical Properties
The mechanical and optical properties of zinc antimonide are provided in the tables below:
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Mechanical Properties |
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Density |
6.33 g/cm3 |
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Melting Point |
565°C |
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Optical Properties |
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Refractive Index |
4.7 |
Safety Information
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Safety Information |
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GHS Hazard Statements |
H313 - Causes skin irritation
H318 - Causes eye irritation
H330 - Harmful if inhaled
H371 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. |
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Safety Precautions |
P233: Keep container tightly closed
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P284: Wear respiratory protection
P352: Wash with soap and water
P332+313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. |