Y2Sn4O8 is a rare-earth tin oxide ceramic compound belonging to the family of ternary metal oxides, combining yttrium and tin in a mixed-valence oxide structure. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for semiconductor and photocatalytic applications, where its unique electronic properties and chemical stability are being explored for next-generation devices. It represents a promising candidate in the broader class of complex metal oxides used to engineer band gaps and crystal defects for catalysis, optoelectronics, and sensing applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 109.6 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 28.56 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.493 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.028 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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