K6Yb3(PS4)5 is a rare-earth phosphate sulfide semiconductor compound containing potassium, ytterbium, and thiophosphate (PS4) anion groups. This is a research-phase material within the broader family of rare-earth chalcogenide and phosphate semiconductors, studied for optoelectronic and photonic applications where its bandgap and crystal structure offer potential advantages over conventional semiconductors. The material's significance lies in its compositional design combining rare-earth dopants with mixed anionic frameworks to tailor electronic and optical properties for next-generation devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.600 | eV | — |