Li₃O₄Ta₁ is a lithium tantalum oxide semiconductor compound belonging to the family of mixed-metal oxides with potential ionic and electronic conducting properties. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established in high-volume production, with investigation focused on solid-state electrolytes, energy storage, and photocatalytic applications where lithium-ion mobility and tantalum's chemical stability are advantageous. The combination of lightweight lithium with the refractory properties of tantalum pentoxide makes this compound notable for exploratory work in next-generation battery architectures and advanced ceramics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 20,147.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 15,888.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.570 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.663 | eV/atom | — |