Sodium hydrogen diselenite (NaH₃(SeO₃)₂) is an inorganic ceramic compound containing selenium in the selenite oxidation state, synthesized primarily for research and specialized applications rather than large-scale industrial use. This material belongs to the family of layered selenite minerals and has potential applications in nonlinear optics, ion-conducting ceramics, and solid-state chemistry studies, though it remains largely experimental. Engineers would consider this compound for niche photonic or electrochemical systems where selenium-based ceramics offer functional advantages over conventional oxides, or as a precursor in selective synthesis of advanced ceramic phases.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.900 | eV | — |