Zn6 P4 S16
semiconductor· Zn6 P4 S16
Zn₆P₄S₁₆ is a mixed-anion semiconductor compound combining zinc with phosphorus and sulfur, belonging to the family of ternary chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, where the tunable bandgap and direct semiconductor behavior offer potential advantages over binary alternatives like ZnS or ZnSe. Its mixed-anion structure enables band engineering to optimize light absorption and carrier transport, making it a candidate for thin-film solar cells, photodetectors, and light-emitting devices in laboratory and developmental settings.
photovoltaic devicesphotodetectorsoptoelectronic semiconductorsthin-film solar cellslight-emitting materialsmaterials research
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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