Ag₄Cl₄O₈ is a mixed-valence silver halide-oxide compound that functions as a semiconductor material, combining ionic chloride and oxide phases within a single crystalline structure. This material family is primarily investigated in solid-state chemistry and materials research for photocatalytic and electrochemical applications, where the mixed oxidation states of silver can enable charge transfer under illumination or applied potential. While not yet widely adopted in high-volume manufacturing, silver halide-oxide semiconductors are of interest as alternatives to traditional metal oxides in niche applications requiring enhanced photosensitivity or ion-conducting properties.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.8367 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.07500 | eV/atom | — |