Cu4 Hg4 Se4 Cl4
semiconductor· Cu4 Hg4 Se4 Cl4
Cu4Hg4Se4Cl4 is a quaternary halide semiconductor compound combining copper, mercury, selenium, and chlorine in a mixed-valent framework. This is an experimental research material rather than an established commercial product; it belongs to the family of metal halide semiconductors being investigated for potential optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, though its practical use remains largely confined to academic study. The material is notable for its complex crystal chemistry and potential band-gap tunability, but mercury content and stability concerns limit industrial adoption compared to lead-free halide perovskite alternatives.
experimental semiconductorsoptoelectronic researchphotovoltaic developmenthalide crystal physicslaboratory synthesis studiesband-gap engineering
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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