Tin selenide

Tin selenide (SnSe) is a chemical compound composed of tin and selenium. It is a semiconductor material with interesting properties for thermoelectric applications.

Properties

Tin selenide is a black solid with a density of 6.18 g/cm³. It has a melting point of 861 °C and a boiling point of 1230 °C. The compound crystallizes in an orthorhombic structure, which is important for its thermoelectric properties.

Applications

Tin selenide is primarily studied for its potential in thermoelectric applications. Thermoelectric materials can convert heat into electricity, making them useful for power generation and waste heat recovery. The efficiency of a thermoelectric material is determined by its figure of merit, which depends on the material's electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and Seebeck coefficient.

Synthesis

Tin selenide can be synthesized through various methods, including chemical vapor deposition and solid-state reaction. The choice of synthesis method can affect the material's properties, such as its crystal structure and grain size.

See also

• Thermoelectric materials
• Semiconductors
• Tin compounds
• Selenium compounds

External links

• Tin selenide on WikiMD

Tin selenide gallery

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  Crystal structure of orthorhombic SnSe and GeSe