O20Na4Si6Cd6 is a cadmium-containing silicate semiconductor compound with sodium as a structural component. This is a research-phase material from the inorganic semiconductor family; cadmium silicates have been investigated for photocatalysis, optoelectronics, and sensing applications, though cadmium's toxicity limits commercialization in most consumer markets. The material's appeal lies in potential optical and electronic properties accessible through the cadmium-silicate framework, but practical adoption remains constrained by environmental/regulatory concerns and the availability of cadmium-free alternatives for most engineering applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.640 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.240 | eV/atom | — |