Zn₄Co₄O₁₂ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor compound containing zinc and cobalt in a 1:1 molar ratio within a complex oxide lattice structure. This material belongs to the spinel or related oxide family and is primarily investigated in research contexts for applications requiring tunable electronic properties and potential catalytic or electrochemical functionality. Engineers would consider this compound for niche applications where the combined redox activity of cobalt and the semiconductor behavior of zinc oxide offer advantages over single-phase alternatives, though it remains largely experimental outside specialized research environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.7902 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.228 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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