Bi₂Cl₂O₂ is a mixed-valence bismuth oxyhalide semiconductor compound that combines bismuth, chlorine, and oxygen in a layered crystalline structure. This material belongs to the broader family of bismuth-based semiconductors, which are primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established industrial production. The compound is investigated for photocatalytic applications, optoelectronic devices, and potentially photovoltaic systems due to its tunable bandgap and layered geometry; however, it remains largely in the experimental phase with limited commercial deployment compared to conventional semiconductors like silicon or established III-V compounds.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 9,801.4 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,943.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.870 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.398 | eV/atom | — |