Mo8P5 is a molybdenum phosphide compound belonging to the family of transition metal phosphides, which are of significant interest in materials research for their catalytic and electronic properties. This material is primarily investigated in research and emerging applications rather than established industrial production, with potential use in electrochemistry, hydrogen evolution catalysis, and semiconductor device development. Mo8P5 and related molybdenum phosphides offer advantages over traditional catalysts in terms of cost-effectiveness and performance in energy conversion processes, making them notable alternatives to precious-metal-based systems.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00110 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4480 | eV/atom | — |