Ce2W4O16 is a mixed-valence cerium tungstate ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth oxide family, combining cerium and tungsten in an ordered crystalline structure. This material is primarily of research interest for photocatalytic and electrochemical applications, where the redox activity of cerium and the electronic properties of tungsten oxide combine to enable pollutant degradation and energy conversion. Compared to individual tungsten oxides or cerium oxides, the composite nature offers potential synergistic effects in catalysis, though it remains largely in development stages rather than established industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.892 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.688 | eV/atom | — |