AgTeO3

AgTeO3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting silver tellurite compound known for its structural diversity.

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Crystal structure of AgTeO3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About AgTeO3

AgTeO3 is a thermodynamically stable silver tellurite compound that occupies a secure position on the convex hull. As a semiconducting material, it represents a specialized inorganic phase characterized by its distinct structural arrangement and electronic properties.

With multiple reported structures across research databases, this compound is a subject of interest for those studying the intersection of silver and tellurium chemistry. Its stability makes it a reliable candidate for investigations into functional materials where electronic behavior and structural integrity are paramount.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for AgTeO3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.17–1.67 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

8
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where AgTeO3 is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state materials developmentInorganic chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AgTeO3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is AgTeO3?

AgTeO3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting silver tellurite compound known for its structural diversity.

More questions
What is AgTeO3 used for?
AgTeO3 is used in semiconductor research, solid-state materials development, and inorganic chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of AgTeO3?
AgTeO3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.17–1.67 eV across 8 reported structures.
Is AgTeO3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.67 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is AgTeO3 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — AgTeO3 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of AgTeO3 are known?
8 structures of AgTeO3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does AgTeO3 contain?
AgTeO3 contains Ag, O, and Te (3 elements).
Where does the data for AgTeO3 come from?
AgTeO3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic phase, AgTeO3 serves as a foundational example of silver-based tellurite chemistry. It stands as a robust, stable representative of its class, providing a benchmark for understanding how silver and tellurium coordinate within a semiconducting framework.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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