Mn₁Co₅O₁₂ is a mixed-valence oxide semiconductor belonging to the spinel or layered oxide family, combining manganese and cobalt cations in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This compound is primarily investigated in research contexts for energy storage and electrochemical applications, where the dual transition-metal composition enables tunable redox activity and ionic conductivity. Engineers consider this material for lithium-ion battery cathodes, supercapacitor electrodes, and oxygen evolution catalysts, where the synergistic interaction between Mn and Co sites can improve cycle life, rate capability, or catalytic efficiency compared to single-metal oxide alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.071 | eV/atom | — |