K₁Mn₄O₈ is a potassium-manganese oxide ceramic compound that functions as a semiconductor, belonging to the family of mixed-valence metal oxides. This material is primarily investigated in electrochemistry and energy storage research, where its layered crystal structure and redox properties make it candidates for battery cathodes, supercapacitors, and catalytic applications. K₁Mn₄O₈ is notable among manganese oxides for its potential to combine ionic conductivity with electronic properties, offering advantages over single-phase alternatives in systems requiring both charge and ion transport.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.637 | eV/atom | — |