B2 Cu₂Se₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the chalcogenide family, combining copper and selenium with boron in a specific stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research interest for photovoltaic and thermoelectric applications, where its direct bandgap and electronic properties make it a candidate for next-generation energy conversion devices. The compound represents an exploratory alternative to more established Cu-Se systems, with potential advantages in tunable electronic structure, though it remains largely in the development phase outside specialized research laboratories.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.617 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1180 | eV/atom | — |