Y6Zn(SiS7)2 is a mixed-metal sulfide semiconductor compound containing yttrium, zinc, and silicate sulfide units, belonging to the thiophosphate/thiosilicate family of materials. This is primarily a research-phase compound studied for its semiconducting and photonic properties rather than an established industrial material. The yttrium-zinc-silicate sulfide system shows potential for optoelectronic applications and photocatalysis due to its wide bandgap characteristics typical of thiophosphate semiconductors, though development and characterization remain ongoing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.380 | eV | — |