Zn₁Ni₄O₈ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor compound combining zinc and nickel in a spinel-related crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest for electrochemical and energy storage applications, where nickel-zinc oxide systems are investigated for catalytic activity, electrode materials in batteries, and gas-sensing devices. Engineers consider nickel-zinc oxides when seeking materials with tunable electronic properties and catalytic surface characteristics, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to established alternatives like pure nickel oxide or commercial lithium-ion systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00140 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9440 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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