Na₁Mn₃O₄ is a mixed-valence manganese oxide semiconductor with a cubic spinel crystal structure, combining sodium and manganese in an ionic oxide framework. This compound is primarily investigated in research and emerging applications for energy storage and catalysis, where its mixed oxidation states and ionic conductivity make it relevant for sodium-ion battery cathodes and electrocatalytic water splitting. Compared to pure manganese oxides, the sodium doping modifies electronic structure and ion transport pathways, positioning it as a candidate material in sodium-based energy systems where cost and resource availability favor sodium over lithium.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000800 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.584 | eV/atom | — |