Ca₂Mn₄S₁₀ is a quaternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining calcium, manganese, and sulfur in a mixed-valence structure. This material belongs to the family of metal sulfides being investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where the manganese redox chemistry and sulfide framework can enable tunable band gaps and enhanced light absorption. While primarily in the research phase, compounds of this type are explored as potential alternatives to conventional semiconductors in thin-film solar cells, photodetectors, and other energy-conversion devices where earth-abundant elements and scalable synthesis are advantages over established III-V or II-VI semiconductors.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00260 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8740 | eV/atom | — |