"Breakthrough Discovery: World's Fastest Semiconductor Unveiled, Revolutionizing Computer Chip Speeds"

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"Breakthrough Discovery: World's Fastest Semiconductor Unveiled, Revolutionizing Computer Chip Speeds"
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Chemists have accidentally discovered a new material called Re6Se8Cl2, which could potentially make computer chips twice as fast as those made with silicon. Unlike silicon, Re6Se8Cl2 slows down electrons when they encounter phonons, resulting in a more direct path for electron movement. However, the rarity and cost of rhenium, a key ingredient in Re6Se8Cl2, make it impractical for mass production. Nevertheless, researchers are now exploring other materials with similar properties to develop faster computer chips.

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