O20Se4Bi8 is an experimental quaternary semiconductor compound combining oxygen, selenium, and bismuth in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of mixed-metal chalcogenides and is primarily of research interest for exploring novel electronic and optoelectronic properties rather than an established commercial material. The bismuth and selenium combination offers potential for thermoelectric applications, photovoltaic devices, or infrared sensing, though practical engineering adoption remains limited pending further development of synthesis methods, phase stability, and scalable manufacturing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.911 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.251 | eV/atom | — |