B6Ca2H14O18

B6Ca2H14O18 is a wide-gap insulating hydrated calcium borate that is theoretically stable enough to be a target for laboratory synthesis.

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Crystal structure of B6Ca2H14O18
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About B6Ca2H14O18

B6Ca2H14O18 is a complex borate compound characterized by its wide-band-gap insulating electronic profile. Its composition suggests a structural architecture typical of hydrated borates, which are often investigated for their unique coordination environments and potential for structural stability.

As a near-hull material, this compound is considered a viable candidate for experimental synthesis. Its thermodynamic proximity to the stability limit makes it a compelling subject for researchers exploring new pathways in inorganic crystal chemistry and solid-state material development.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for B6Ca2H14O18, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

5.41 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.005 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where B6Ca2H14O18 is used.

Solid-state chemistry researchCrystal structure analysisFundamental materials science studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about B6Ca2H14O18, answered from cross-validated data.

What is B6Ca2H14O18?

B6Ca2H14O18 is a wide-gap insulating hydrated calcium borate that is theoretically stable enough to be a target for laboratory synthesis.

More questions
What is B6Ca2H14O18 used for?
B6Ca2H14O18 is used in solid-state chemistry research, crystal structure analysis, and fundamental materials science studies.
What is the band gap of B6Ca2H14O18?
B6Ca2H14O18 has a DFT-computed band gap of 5.41 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is B6Ca2H14O18 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 5.41 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is B6Ca2H14O18 thermodynamically stable?
B6Ca2H14O18 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.005 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of B6Ca2H14O18 are known?
3 structures of B6Ca2H14O18 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does B6Ca2H14O18 contain?
B6Ca2H14O18 contains B, Ca, H, and O (4 elements).
Where does the data for B6Ca2H14O18 come from?
B6Ca2H14O18 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic borate, this compound serves as a distinct point of reference within the broader landscape of hydrated calcium borates. Its specific stoichiometry and electronic insulating character highlight the diverse structural possibilities available within this chemical family.

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

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