Ni₂S₄ is a nickel sulfide semiconductor compound that belongs to the family of metal chalcogenides, materials combining transition metals with sulfur. This material is primarily investigated in research and emerging applications rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in energy storage, photocatalysis, and electronic devices where its semiconductor properties can be leveraged. Engineers consider Ni₂S₄ and related nickel sulfides as alternatives to conventional semiconductors when cost-effectiveness, earth-abundance, and chemical tunability are priorities, particularly for applications in renewable energy conversion and catalytic systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 4,708.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,146.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02660 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1240 | eV/atom | — |