CuAlO2S is a mixed-metal oxide-sulfide ceramic compound containing copper, aluminum, oxygen, and sulfur. This material belongs to an emerging class of quaternary ceramics being investigated for optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications, where the dual anionic system (oxide-sulfide) can create novel electronic properties distinct from conventional single-anion ceramics. Research interest centers on photocatalytic water splitting, visible-light absorption, and semiconductor behavior, positioning it as a candidate for next-generation energy conversion systems where conventional metal oxides like TiO₂ show limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 1.951 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.200 | eV/atom | — |