Ag₄P₄O₁₂ is a silver phosphate-based compound belonging to the inorganic semiconductor family, synthesized primarily for research applications in photocatalysis and materials chemistry. While not widely established in high-volume commercial production, this material is investigated for potential use in photocatalytic water treatment and environmental remediation due to the photosensitivity of silver phosphate phases. Engineers considering this material should recognize it as an experimental compound; its adoption would depend on demonstrating cost-effectiveness and stability advantages over more mature alternatives like titanium dioxide-based photocatalysts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.138 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.601 | eV/atom | — |