Mo₄O₈ is a mixed-valence molybdenum oxide semiconductor compound, part of the broader family of substoichiometric molybdenum oxides (MoOₓ where x < 3). This material exists primarily in research contexts, where it is studied for its electronic properties and potential as a functional oxide in nanostructured and thin-film applications. Mo₄O₈ and related molybdenum oxides are investigated for use in catalysis, electrochemical devices, and optoelectronic components, where their tunable electronic structure and oxygen-deficient nature offer advantages over fully oxidized MoO₃ in redox-sensitive applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.940 | eV/atom | — |