Na₁₂Al₄Se₁₂ is a quaternary chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining sodium, aluminum, and selenium in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, where its tunable band gap and potential for phonon scattering suppression make it a candidate for solid-state energy conversion and next-generation photonic devices. While not yet established in high-volume production, compounds in this material family are being explored as alternatives to conventional semiconductors in niche applications requiring thermal management or efficient light-matter coupling.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.552 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.167 | eV/atom | — |