Zn4 Si4 O12
semiconductor· Zn4 Si4 O12
Zn₄Si₄O₁₂ is a zinc silicate ceramic compound that belongs to the family of mixed-metal oxide semiconductors. This material is primarily of research and development interest, being investigated for optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications where its band gap and crystal structure offer potential advantages in light emission, sensing, and environmental remediation. Zinc silicates are notable alternatives to traditional oxide semiconductors in applications requiring lower-toxicity, earth-abundant constituents, though this specific stoichiometry remains less commercially established than related phases like willemite (Zn₂SiO₄).
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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
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