Li₂Cu₂C₂O₆ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor combining lithium, copper, and carbonate/oxide species in a layered or framework crystal structure. This is a research-phase compound explored primarily for energy storage and catalytic applications, where the synergy between lithium's ionic conductivity and copper's redox activity offers potential advantages over single-phase alternatives. The material belongs to an emerging class of heteroatomic oxides investigated for next-generation battery cathodes, oxygen reduction catalysts, and photocatalytic systems.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.343 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.449 | eV/atom | — |