Tl₄Ge₄O₁₄ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor composed of thallium and germanium with a complex layered crystal structure. This is a research compound rather than a commercial material, studied primarily for its electronic and photonic properties within the broader family of oxide semiconductors and ion conductors. Interest centers on potential applications in solid-state devices where the combination of heavy metal cations (Tl) and tetrahedral germanate units may enable novel charge transport, optical, or ferroelectric behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.320 | eV/atom | — |