In₂Sn₄I₁₀ is an indium tin iodide semiconductor compound, part of the halide perovskite and post-perovskite material families. This is primarily a research-phase material explored for its potential in optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where the layered halide structure and indirect bandgap characteristics offer tunable electronic properties. The material represents an emerging direction in halide semiconductor chemistry, competing with lead-based perovskites and traditional III-V semiconductors by offering potential advantages in stability, processability, and environmental safety, though it remains largely in development stages compared to commercialized alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 2,491.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,405 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.485 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5250 | eV/atom | — |