Cr₂Sn₂P₄O₁₆ is an inorganic phosphate semiconductor compound combining chromium, tin, phosphorus, and oxygen in a mixed-metal framework structure. This is a research-stage material within the family of metal phosphates and phosphate-based semiconductors, which are under investigation for photocatalytic, photoelectrochemical, and sensing applications due to their tunable band gaps and layered crystal chemistry. The compound's potential utility stems from its multi-metal composition, which can enable bandgap engineering and enhanced charge carrier transport compared to single-metal phosphate analogs.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00140 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.016 | eV/atom | — |