Zn₆P₄O₁₆ is a zinc phosphate semiconductor compound belonging to the wider family of metal phosphate ceramics. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for optoelectronic and photonic applications, where its semiconductor properties and rigid crystal structure make it a candidate for UV-responsive devices, phosphor materials, or specialized optical coatings. While not yet widely deployed in high-volume industrial production, zinc phosphate compounds are explored as alternatives to more conventional semiconductors in niche applications requiring corrosion resistance, thermal stability, or specific optical characteristics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 85.98 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 38.17 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.313 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.024 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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