Na8 Zn8 Se12
semiconductor· Na8 Zn8 Se12
Na8Zn8Se12 is a quaternary semiconductor compound belonging to the family of chalcogenide materials, combining alkali metal (sodium), transition metal (zinc), and chalcogen (selenium) elements. This composition represents a research-phase material primarily investigated for photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications due to its tunable bandgap and potential for efficient light absorption. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, materials in this chemical family are of interest as alternatives to conventional semiconductors for solar cells, photodetectors, and other solid-state devices where earth-abundant, non-toxic compositions are desirable.
photovoltaic cells (experimental)thin-film solar devicesphotodetectorsoptoelectronic researchwide-bandgap semiconductorsearth-abundant semiconductor alternatives
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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