Ba₄Cu₂H₁₂ is a copper-barium hydride compound that falls within the broader family of metal hydrides and mixed-metal hydride semiconductors. This is a research-phase material primarily of interest in hydrogen storage and solid-state energy applications, where hydrogen-rich metal hydrides are explored for their potential to store and release hydrogen under controlled conditions. The material's semiconductor characteristics and hydrogen content make it relevant to emerging fields seeking alternative hydrogen carriers and energy storage media, though it remains largely in the experimental stage with limited commercial deployment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3740 | eV/atom | — |