Hg₂Cu₃Te₆O₁₆ is a mixed-metal tellurium oxide semiconductor containing mercury, copper, and tellurium in a complex crystal structure. This is a research-phase compound studied primarily in materials science laboratories rather than established industrial production; it belongs to the family of metal tellurates and mixed-valence semiconductors of interest for their tunable electronic and optical properties. Potential applications include photocatalysis, optoelectronic devices, and solid-state physics research, though the material remains experimental and its practical engineering use is limited compared to conventional semiconductors like Si or GaAs.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.560 | eV | — |