AgYO2N is an experimental silver-yttrium oxynitride ceramic compound, combining metallic silver with a rare-earth yttrium oxynitride host phase. This material family is primarily investigated in research contexts for photocatalytic, antimicrobial, and optoelectronic applications, where the silver component provides bactericidal properties and the yttrium oxynitride matrix offers structural stability and electronic functionality. The composite nature makes it notable for potential use in self-sterilizing surfaces, water purification systems, and advanced ceramic coatings where conventional ceramics or single-component antibacterial agents fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 1.684 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.700 | eV/atom | — |