Si₄Cu₅O₁₄ is a mixed-valence copper silicate ceramic compound combining silicon and copper oxides in a specific stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of copper-containing silicates and represents a research-phase composition of interest for its potential electrical, optical, or catalytic properties arising from the copper coordination within the silicate framework. While not yet established as a commodity engineering ceramic, compounds in this family are being investigated for applications where copper's oxidation states and electronic properties can be leveraged within a stable oxide matrix.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |