Ca4 Ge2 O8
semiconductor· Ca4 Ge2 O8
Ca₄Ge₂O₈ is a calcium germanate ceramic compound belonging to the inorganic oxide semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research interest for photonic and optoelectronic applications, where its wide bandgap and crystalline structure offer potential for UV detection, scintillation, or photocatalytic devices. While not yet in widespread industrial production, germanate ceramics in this compositional space are being explored as alternatives to conventional phosphors and optical materials, particularly where thermal stability and radiation hardness are advantageous.
scintillation detectorsUV optical applicationsphotocatalysis researchradiation detectionwide-bandgap semiconductorsceramic optical materials
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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