Ag₄C₄O₈ is a silver-based semiconductor compound combining metallic silver with carbon and oxygen in an ionic or coordination structure. This material belongs to an emerging class of hybrid inorganic semiconductors with potential applications in optoelectronics and catalysis, though it remains largely in the research phase with limited commercial adoption. The silver content and oxygen-carbon framework suggest potential for photocatalytic or electrochemical applications, making it of interest for researchers exploring novel photovoltaic materials or heterogeneous catalysts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 10,107.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,060 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.275 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8120 | eV/atom | — |