High-resolution XRD data for altermagnetic MnTe
Abstract
We report high-resolution powder x-ray diffraction data for the altermagnet MnTe and demonstrate persistent hexagonal symmetry of this compound between 80 and 500 K. Crystal structure refinements further suggest the P63/mmc space group across the whole temperature range. We also reveal the acute effect of sample grinding on the peak width, underscoring an unusually high sensitivity of MnTe to mechanical stress.
Publication details
- Journal / source
- European Synchrotron Radiation Facility
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Dataset