BiSnO₂N is an experimental ternary oxynitride semiconductor combining bismuth, tin, oxygen, and nitrogen. This material belongs to the metal oxynitride family, which is actively researched for photocatalytic and optoelectronic applications where bandgap engineering and visible-light absorption are priorities. BiSnO₂N remains primarily in the research phase; it is notable for potential applications in photocatalysis and energy conversion where the nitrogen incorporation lowers the bandgap compared to binary oxides, making it relevant to engineers developing next-generation environmental remediation or solar energy devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.600 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | -0.000444 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.5600 | eV/atom | — |