Yttrium phosphide

Yttrium phosphide is an inorganic compound of yttrium and phosphorus with the chemical formula YP. The compound may be also classified as yttrium phosphide.

Synthesis

Heating of pure substances in a vacuum:

Properties

Yttrium phosphide forms cubic crystals.

Uses

Ytttium phosphide is a semiconductor used in laser diodes, and in high power and frequency applications.