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.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.9000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | -0.000104 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.8400 | eV/atom | — |