Ba₂Nb₄O₁₂ is a barium niobate ceramic compound belonging to the family of metal oxide semiconductors, synthesized primarily for functional electronic and photonic applications. This material is of significant research interest in solid-state electronics, particularly for its potential in ferroelectric, photocatalytic, and optical device applications, though it remains largely in the experimental phase rather than mainstream industrial production. Engineers and materials researchers explore barium niobate compositions as alternatives to more conventional perovskites when seeking specific dielectric, piezoelectric, or light-absorption characteristics tailored to niche advanced device needs.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.874 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.932 | eV/atom | — |