Na₄S₄ is an inorganic sulfide compound classified as a semiconductor, belonging to the family of polysulfide materials with potential electrochemical properties. This compound is primarily of research interest in battery technology and solid-state chemistry, particularly for lithium-sulfur and sodium-sulfur battery systems where polysulfide intermediates play a critical role in energy storage mechanisms. Engineers and materials researchers investigate Na₄S₄ as a candidate for improving battery performance and understanding polysulfide chemistry, though it remains largely experimental rather than a mature commercial material.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28.49 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 16.79 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.278 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9690 | eV/atom | — |