Ce₂Br₂O₂ is an oxyhalide semiconductor compound containing cerium, bromine, and oxygen—a mixed-valent material that represents an emerging class of layered halide perovskites and related structures. This is primarily a research-phase compound being investigated for its potential in optoelectronic and photonic applications, particularly where tunable bandgap, enhanced carrier mobility, or radiation tolerance are valued. The material belongs to a broader family of halide semiconductors that show promise as alternatives to conventional silicon or gallium arsenide in specialized environments, though practical industrial deployment remains limited pending further materials optimization and manufacturability development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 8,046.4 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,080.2 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.004 | eV/atom | — |