Ga2 Cu2 Cl8
semiconductor· Ga2 Cu2 Cl8
Ga₂Cu₂Cl₈ is a quaternary halide semiconductor compound combining gallium, copper, and chlorine elements. This material belongs to the family of metal halide semiconductors, which are primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, representing an emerging class of compounds being explored as alternatives to traditional semiconductors. The copper-gallium chloride system offers tunable electronic properties through compositional control, making it relevant to researchers investigating next-generation solar cells, light-emitting devices, and radiation detection systems where layered halide structures can provide enhanced functionality.
experimental photovoltaic researchoptoelectronic devicesradiation detectionhalide perovskite alternativesthin-film semiconductorsmaterials research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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