Ta4 O12
semiconductor· Ta4 O12
Ta₄O₁₂ is a mixed-valence tantalum oxide semiconductor compound belonging to the family of reduced tantalum oxides, distinct from the more common Ta₂O₅. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, investigated for its electronic and photocatalytic properties in academic and laboratory settings. The compound's mixed oxidation states and semiconductor behavior make it potentially valuable for photocatalytic applications, gas sensing, and electronic devices, though widespread engineering adoption remains limited compared to conventional tantalum oxide ceramics.
photocatalytic applicationsgas sensingresearch semiconductorselectronic thin filmsmaterials development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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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