Li₅AuO₄ is an experimental lithium-gold oxide semiconductor compound combining alkali metal, precious metal, and oxide chemistry. This material family is primarily of research interest for solid-state energy storage and electrochemistry applications, where the ionic conductivity of lithium oxides combined with gold's chemical stability may offer advantages in advanced battery electrolytes or catalytic interfaces. As a relatively uncommon ternary compound, Li₅AuO₄ remains largely in the laboratory stage and is not widely deployed in production engineering, making it most relevant for materials researchers exploring next-generation energy devices and ionic conductors rather than established industrial applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,003.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,856.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 2.204 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.647 | eV/atom | — |