Ca2 Ge4 O10
semiconductor· Ca2 Ge4 O10
Ca₂Ge₄O₁₀ is an inorganic oxide semiconductor compound belonging to the germanate ceramic family, combining calcium and germanium oxides in a mixed-valent structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and photonic applications, including potential use in scintillation detectors, phosphors, and optical waveguides where its germanate host matrix offers tunable bandgap and emission properties. Compared to more established semiconductors like silicon or gallium arsenide, germanate-based compounds provide distinct advantages in radiation detection and luminescent applications, though Ca₂Ge₄O₁₀ remains largely in the development phase outside specialized research environments.
scintillation detectorsradiation sensingphosphor hostsoptical ceramicsresearch photonics
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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