Al₂I₆O₁₈ is an aluminum iodide oxide compound belonging to the semiconductor materials class, combining aluminum, iodine, and oxygen in a mixed-valence structure. This material represents an experimental composition within the broader family of halide-containing semiconductors, which are currently of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications where alternative bandgap engineering is sought. The iodide incorporation distinguishes it from conventional aluminum oxides, potentially offering tunable electronic properties, though such compounds remain primarily in development stages with limited industrial deployment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 6,702.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,227.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.309 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9350 | eV/atom | — |