UMo6S8 is a molybdenum sulfide compound belonging to the transition metal chalcogenide family, characterized by a layered crystal structure that gives it unique electronic and catalytic properties. This material is primarily of research and emerging industrial interest for electrochemical applications, particularly as a catalyst for hydrogen evolution and other energy conversion processes, where it offers improved activity and stability compared to conventional noble metal catalysts. Its layered structure and tunable surface chemistry make it notable for applications where cost-effective catalytic performance and durability are prioritized over traditional platinum-group alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2371 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.085 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9100 | eV/atom | — |