SiTaO2N
semiconductor· SiTaO2N
SiTaO₂N is a quaternary ceramic semiconductor compound combining silicon, tantalum, oxygen, and nitrogen—a member of the oxynitride family that bridges traditional oxides and nitrides. This material is primarily investigated in research and emerging applications for photocatalysis, particularly water splitting and environmental remediation, where its tunable bandgap and mixed anionic character offer advantages over single-phase alternatives. Its potential in optoelectronic and energy conversion devices stems from improved visible-light absorption and charge carrier properties compared to conventional SiO₂ or Ta₂O₅, though industrial adoption remains limited and material processing remains an active research area.
photocatalytic water splittingvisible-light photocatalysisenvironmental remediationthin-film optoelectronicsemerging semiconductor research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | μB | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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