Zn8 Si4 O16
semiconductor· Zn8 Si4 O16
Zn8Si4O16 is a zinc silicate ceramic compound belonging to the oxide semiconductor family, characterized by a crystalline structure containing zinc, silicon, and oxygen. This material is primarily of research and emerging industrial interest for optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications, where its semiconductor properties and thermal stability make it attractive as an alternative to traditional materials in environments requiring chemical resistance and structural integrity at moderate temperatures.
photocatalytic coatingsoptoelectronic devicesceramic semiconductorschemical sensor applicationsthermal barrier systemsmaterials research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,532.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,263 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.910 | eV | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.164 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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