Yb₂SO₂ is a rare-earth oxyulfide semiconductor compound combining ytterbium, sulfur, and oxygen in a mixed-anion lattice structure. This is an experimental material primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photonic applications, where the rare-earth ytterbium center can provide luminescent and electronic properties distinct from conventional semiconductors. The mixed anion chemistry offers potential advantages in bandgap engineering and defect tolerance compared to single-anion systems, making it relevant for emerging applications in photovoltaics, solid-state lighting, and quantum materials, though commercial deployment remains limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 73.70 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 12.36 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00810 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.316 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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