Lithium scandium sulfide (Li₁Sc₁S₂) is an ionic semiconductor compound combining rare-earth and alkali-metal elements in a sulfide host lattice. This material is primarily of research interest for solid-state electrolyte and energy storage applications, where its ionic conductivity and chemical stability are being explored as an alternative to conventional lithium-ion architectures. The combination of lithium and scandium cations offers potential advantages in lithium-ion transport and structural rigidity, making it a candidate compound in the search for safer, higher-performance solid electrolytes for next-generation batteries.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 8,737.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,822.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.477 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.946 | eV/atom | — |