Silver iodide (Ag₂I₂) is an ionic semiconductor compound belonging to the family of silver halides, known for its mixed-valence silver chemistry and layered crystal structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic applications, photographic emulsions, and solid-state ionic conductors, where its unique combination of ionic conductivity and semiconducting properties offers potential advantages over conventional single-component halides in specialized electrochemical and photonic devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 17.48 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5.947 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.260 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2040 | eV/atom | — |