Al16S32Ca8 is an experimental compound combining aluminum, sulfur, and calcium in a fixed stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. While not yet established in conventional industrial production, this composition belongs to the family of multinary chalcogenide semiconductors, which are of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications due to their tunable bandgap and potential earth-abundant character compared to conventional III-V or II-VI semiconductors.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.437 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.596 | eV/atom | — |