Al₂Cr₄O₈ is a mixed-valence chromium-aluminum oxide ceramic compound belonging to the spinel or related oxide family. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential as an electronic ceramic and semiconductor, with applications in high-temperature sensing, catalysis, and potentially as a component in advanced oxide electronics. Its mixed-cation structure and semiconducting behavior make it notable for studying oxide ion conductivity and redox chemistry, though it remains largely experimental compared to more established oxide semiconductors like TiO₂ or ZnO.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00300 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.308 | eV/atom | — |