Ca₆Sn₂S₁₀ is a mixed-metal sulfide compound belonging to the family of ternary chalcogenides, combining calcium, tin, and sulfur into a crystalline semiconductor structure. This is a research-stage material being investigated for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where its tunable bandgap and potential for solution-based synthesis offer advantages over conventional semiconductors. The material family is of interest as an alternative to lead halide perovskites and other toxic-element semiconductors, though industrial deployment remains limited and material characterization is ongoing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00690 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.540 | eV/atom | — |