Sn₂Br₂F₂ is a halogenated tin compound belonging to the family of mixed-halide semiconductors, combining tin with bromine and fluorine in a layered or molecular structure. This is primarily a research-phase material studied for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, particularly as an alternative to lead-based perovskites; the incorporation of mixed halogens and tin offers potential for tunable bandgap and improved stability compared to conventional tin halides. Engineers and researchers explore this compound for next-generation thin-film solar cells, light-emitting devices, and X-ray detectors where reduced toxicity and enhanced thermal stability are priorities over traditional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 6,534.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,012.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.281 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.630 | eV/atom | — |