K4I4O12 is a potassium iodide oxide compound belonging to the mixed halide-oxide semiconductor family, primarily investigated in materials research rather than established in high-volume production. This composition represents an experimental or specialized ceramic semiconductor with potential relevance to photonic, optoelectronic, or solid-state applications where mixed-valence iodine and potassium oxide phases offer unique electronic properties. The material's practical utility depends on controlled synthesis and phase stability, making it of interest to researchers exploring novel semiconductor chemistries for niche applications rather than a conventional engineering material for mainstream industrial use.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1761 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9020 | eV/atom | — |