Ca₂Ag₂O₄ is a mixed-valence oxide semiconductor combining calcium and silver in a layered crystalline structure, belonging to the family of ternary metal oxides with potential photocatalytic and optoelectronic properties. This is primarily a research-phase compound explored for photocatalysis, antimicrobial coatings, and next-generation photovoltaic applications due to silver's known plasmonic properties and the stability of the calcium-silver oxide framework. Its use remains largely experimental compared to established semiconductors like TiO₂ or ZnO, making it relevant to advanced materials developers and researchers seeking alternative compositions for environmental remediation or biomedical device surfaces.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00400 range 0.00110–0.00690median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.787 range -1.793–-1.781median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |