Li₁Zn₁Fe₄O₈ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor belonging to the spinel or inverse spinel family, combining lithium, zinc, and iron oxides in a defined stoichiometry. This compound is primarily investigated in research contexts for energy storage applications and magnetic materials, where the iron-rich composition and lithium incorporation offer potential for electrochemical or ferrimagnetic functionality. Compared to conventional ferrites or lithium-ion battery cathode materials, this specific phase represents an experimental composition that bridges magnetic oxide ceramics with lithium-based electrochemistry, making it relevant for next-generation battery or magnetoelectric device development.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.06580 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.445 | eV/atom | — |