Te₄W₃Se₂ is a mixed chalcogenide semiconductor compound combining tellurium, tungsten, and selenium—a research-phase material being explored for its potential optoelectronic and thermoelectric properties. This composition sits within the broader family of transition metal chalcogenides, which are of significant interest for next-generation photovoltaics, infrared detectors, and solid-state energy conversion devices. The material's mixed-anion structure offers tunable electronic properties compared to binary chalcogenides, making it relevant to materials scientists developing alternatives to conventional semiconductors for niche high-performance applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 49.51 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | -10.65 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1981 range 0.1973–0.1990median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1630 range -0.1730–-0.1530median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |