Al₂Cu₂S₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining aluminum, copper, and sulfur elements, belonging to the family of metal chalcogenides with potential for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume production; it is investigated for its semiconducting properties and potential use in thin-film solar cells, photodetectors, and other quantum-confined systems where the unique band structure of mixed-metal sulfides offers advantages in light absorption and charge carrier transport compared to single-element semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 82.70 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 37.16 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.896 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9430 | eV/atom | — |