Mn₂ZnSe₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining manganese, zinc, and selenium elements, belonging to the spinel or spinel-like crystal structure family. This material is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and magnetic applications, where the combination of semiconducting properties with potential magnetic ordering makes it relevant for next-generation devices. Unlike conventional binary or ternary semiconductors, the four-element composition allows tuning of band gap and magnetic properties, positioning it as a candidate material for spintronic devices, photovoltaic absorbers, or specialized sensing applications, though industrial-scale deployment remains limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 5.397 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.02370 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4793 | eV/atom | — |