Sn₄W₄O₁₆ is a mixed-metal oxide ceramic compound combining tin and tungsten oxides, belonging to the family of tungstate-based ceramics. This material is primarily of research interest for applications requiring high-temperature stability and electrical or photocatalytic functionality, with potential use in oxidation catalysts, photocatalytic water treatment systems, and advanced ceramic coatings. Compared to single-component oxides, tungstate-based ceramics offer tunable properties through metal ion substitution and are being explored as alternatives to precious-metal catalysts in industrial environmental remediation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.006 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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