Ba₄Cr₄O₁₂ is a ceramic oxide compound belonging to the chromate family, composed of barium and chromium in a mixed-valence oxide structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for electrochemical and photochemical applications, including potential use as a cathode material in solid-state batteries and as a photocatalyst for environmental remediation. Its notable characteristics stem from its layered crystalline structure and variable oxidation states, which differentiate it from simpler binary oxides, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to more established battery ceramics and photocatalytic oxides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00650 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.596 | eV/atom | — |