Li₈Fe₄O₁₂ is a lithium iron oxide ceramic compound that functions as a semiconductor, belonging to the family of mixed-valence transition metal oxides with potential electrochemical activity. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for energy storage and battery applications, where lithium-containing oxides are explored as cathode materials, solid electrolytes, or oxygen-conducting components in advanced battery chemistries. Its notable advantage over conventional lithium battery materials lies in its iron-based composition, which offers potential cost benefits and tunable electronic properties, though it remains largely in the development phase for commercial deployment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.04900 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.863 | eV/atom | — |