K₂Cu₄Se₈Ta₂ is a complex quaternary semiconductor compound combining copper selenide with tantalum and potassium, belonging to the family of mixed-metal chalcogenides. This is a research-stage material studied primarily for its potential in thermoelectric and photovoltaic applications, where the combination of heavy elements (Ta) and chalcogen chemistry offers theoretical advantages in phonon scattering and bandgap engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.655 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7440 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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