B2Se2O7

B2Se2O7 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating compound consisting of boron, selenium, and oxygen.

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Crystal structure of B2Se2O7
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About B2Se2O7

B2Se2O7 is a complex inorganic compound composed of boron, selenium, and oxygen. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of these elements that maintains structural integrity under standard conditions. Its electronic character is defined by a wide band gap, classifying it as an insulating material. This combination of stability and insulating behavior makes it a subject of interest for fundamental solid-state research. The material is currently documented through multiple structural variations, reflecting its versatility in atomic arrangement. Its unique composition allows it to serve as a building block for exploring complex oxide-chalcogenide systems where precise electronic control is required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for B2Se2O7, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

3.94 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where B2Se2O7 is used.

Solid-state researchMaterials science explorationFundamental electronic studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about B2Se2O7, answered from cross-validated data.

What is B2Se2O7?

B2Se2O7 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating compound consisting of boron, selenium, and oxygen.

More questions
What is B2Se2O7 used for?
B2Se2O7 is used in solid-state research, materials science exploration, and fundamental electronic studies.
What is the band gap of B2Se2O7?
B2Se2O7 has a DFT-computed band gap of 3.94 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is B2Se2O7 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 3.94 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is B2Se2O7 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — B2Se2O7 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of B2Se2O7 are known?
3 structures of B2Se2O7 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does B2Se2O7 contain?
B2Se2O7 contains B, O, and Se (3 elements).
Where does the data for B2Se2O7 come from?
B2Se2O7 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct inorganic compound, B2Se2O7 occupies a specialized niche within its chemical family. Unlike more common binary oxides or simple chalcogenides, this material integrates both boron and selenium into a stable oxygen-coordinated framework. Its position on the convex hull ensures that it remains a reliable reference point for researchers investigating the interplay between boron-based structural motifs and selenium-based electronic properties.

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

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