Zn4 Cl8
semiconductor· Zn4 Cl8
Zn₄Cl₈ is a zinc chloride-based semiconductor compound that belongs to the family of metal halide semiconductors. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than an established commercial product, with potential applications in optoelectronics and solid-state devices where zinc halides offer tunable bandgaps and ionic-electronic hybrid properties. Engineers evaluating this compound would do so in early-stage projects exploring alternative semiconductors for niche applications where zinc halide chemistry provides advantages in processability, cost, or transparency compared to conventional semiconductors.
Research semiconductorsOptoelectronic devicesSolid-state sensorsZinc halide compoundsExperimental photonic materials
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| 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
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