Mn₁Co₁O₄ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor belonging to the spinel family, combining manganese and cobalt cations in a cubic crystalline structure. This material is primarily investigated for electrochemical energy storage and catalytic applications, where its dual-metal composition enables tunable electronic properties and enhanced catalytic activity compared to single-metal oxide alternatives. Industrial interest centers on lithium-ion battery cathodes, supercapacitor electrodes, and oxygen evolution/reduction catalysts, where the synergistic Mn-Co interaction improves charge transfer and cycle stability.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00370 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.213 | eV/atom | — |