B3Ce3O15Si3

B3Ce3O15Si3 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting borosilicate material containing cerium.

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Crystal structure of B3Ce3O15Si3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About B3Ce3O15Si3

B3Ce3O15Si3 is a complex inorganic compound composed of boron, cerium, oxygen, and silicon. As a thermodynamically stable phase on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement that is well-suited for further investigation in materials science research. Its electronic character as a semiconductor makes it an intriguing candidate for specialized electronic or optical applications where stable, multi-element frameworks are required. The presence of rare-earth cerium within the borosilicate lattice suggests potential utility in fields involving luminescence or catalytic processes where electronic behavior is critical. It remains a focused subject of study due to its distinct structural configuration.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for B3Ce3O15Si3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.16 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

5
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where B3Ce3O15Si3 is used.

Materials science researchSemiconductor developmentLuminescence studiesCatalysis research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about B3Ce3O15Si3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is B3Ce3O15Si3?

B3Ce3O15Si3 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting borosilicate material containing cerium.

More questions
What is B3Ce3O15Si3 used for?
B3Ce3O15Si3 is used in materials science research, semiconductor development, luminescence studies, and catalysis research.
What is the band gap of B3Ce3O15Si3?
B3Ce3O15Si3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.16 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is B3Ce3O15Si3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.16 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is B3Ce3O15Si3 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — B3Ce3O15Si3 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of B3Ce3O15Si3 are known?
5 structures of B3Ce3O15Si3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does B3Ce3O15Si3 contain?
B3Ce3O15Si3 contains B, Ce, O, and Si (4 elements).
Where does the data for B3Ce3O15Si3 come from?
B3Ce3O15Si3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound, B3Ce3O15Si3 occupies a specialized niche within the broader landscape of complex borosilicates. Its thermodynamic stability distinguishes it as a reliable structural form, providing a baseline for understanding how the integration of cerium into a boron-silicon-oxygen network influences electronic semiconducting behavior compared to simpler silicate or borate frameworks.

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

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