K2 Ta2 Ag4 Se8
semiconductor· K2 Ta2 Ag4 Se8
K2Ta2Ag4Se8 is a mixed-metal selenide semiconductor compound combining tantalum, silver, potassium, and selenium in a layered or complex crystal structure. This is a research-phase material primarily studied for its potential in photovoltaic, thermoelectric, and optoelectronic applications where the combination of heavy metal (Ta) and noble metal (Ag) sites may enable tunable band gaps and carrier transport properties. As an experimental quaternary selenide, it represents the broader class of multinary semiconductors being investigated to overcome efficiency and cost limitations of conventional silicon and chalcogenide devices.
photovoltaic researchthermoelectric devicesoptoelectronic sensorsmaterials researchthin-film semiconductorsband-gap engineering
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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