Na4 Zn2 Se4

semiconductor
· Na4 Zn2 Se4

Na₄Zn₂Se₄ is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the family of alkali metal–transition metal chalcogenides, combining sodium, zinc, and selenium in a layered or framework structure. This material is primarily of research interest for photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications, as compounds in this chemical family exhibit tunable bandgaps and ionic-electronic dual conductivity that make them candidates for next-generation solar cells, light-emitting devices, and solid-state batteries where conventional semiconductors fall short. While not yet commercialized at scale, Na₄Zn₂Se₄ represents an emerging class of materials that engineers and researchers explore to overcome limitations in efficiency, stability, and earth-abundance constraints of conventional semiconductor technologies.

photovoltaic devices (research)optoelectronic sensorssolid-state battery electrolytesthin-film solar cellsadvanced semiconductor researchchalcogenide materials development

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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siimperial
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Bulk Modulus(K)
29.61
GPa—
Shear Modulus(G)
12.45
GPa—
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Band Gap(Eg)
1.958
eV—
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.9880
eV/atom—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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