Nb2Te8I12 is a mixed-halide layered semiconductor compound combining niobium, tellurium, and iodine in a complex structure. This material belongs to the family of transition metal chalcohalides and is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established commercial production. The compound shows promise for next-generation optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications due to its tunable bandgap and layered crystal structure, which enables efficient charge transport; however, it remains largely in the experimental stage as researchers explore its stability, scalability, and performance relative to more mature semiconductor alternatives like perovskites and traditional III-V compounds.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 12.26 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5.913 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02820 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2340 | eV/atom | — |