Mn₂Cd₃O₅ is a ternary oxide semiconductor compound combining manganese and cadmium oxides, belonging to the mixed-metal oxide family of functional ceramics. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications, where its bandgap and defect chemistry make it relevant for pollutant degradation, gas sensing, and potentially photovoltaic devices. Compared to single-phase oxides, ternary systems like this offer tunable electronic properties through composition control, though its cadmium content limits adoption in consumer applications due to toxicity regulations in many jurisdictions.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00240 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.215 | eV/atom | — |