O12Ca8Pd2 is an experimental calcium–palladium oxide compound that belongs to the mixed-metal oxide semiconductor family. This research-phase material combines calcium and palladium in an oxidic framework, positioning it within the broader class of complex transition-metal oxides being explored for next-generation electronic and catalytic applications. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, compounds in this family are investigated for their potential in catalysis, gas sensing, and solid-state electronics where the interaction between alkaline-earth metals (calcium) and precious transition metals (palladium) can yield unique electronic behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.823 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.579 | eV/atom | — |