Zn2 Cr4 S8
semiconductor· Zn2 Cr4 S8
Zn₂Cr₄S₈ is a ternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining zinc, chromium, and sulfur in a layered or spinel-like crystal structure. This material belongs to the family of metal sulfides used in research for photocatalysis, optoelectronics, and energy conversion applications, offering tunable band gaps and potential for visible-light-driven processes. While primarily a laboratory/research compound rather than a commercial off-the-shelf material, it represents the broader class of transition-metal sulfides being investigated as alternatives to conventional semiconductors for environmental remediation and next-generation electronic devices.
photocatalytic applicationsvisible-light water splittingsemiconductor researchenvironmental remediationthin-film optoelectronicsadvanced functional ceramics
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Export Control
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