BSe2

BSe2 is a stable, semiconducting binary compound formed from boron and selenium that is widely documented across structural databases.

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Crystal structure of BSe2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About BSe2

BSe2 is a semiconducting compound composed of boron and selenium. As a thermodynamically stable material located on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of these elements that is of significant interest for fundamental research into binary chalcogenide systems.

With a high degree of data richness and numerous reported structures, this compound serves as a key subject for understanding phase stability and structural diversity. Its electronic character makes it a candidate for investigation in semiconductor applications where specific band characteristics are required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for BSe2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.77 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

91
3 databases, 21 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where BSe2 is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science modelingSolid-state chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BSe2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is BSe2?

BSe2 is a stable, semiconducting binary compound formed from boron and selenium that is widely documented across structural databases.

More questions
What is BSe2 used for?
BSe2 is used in semiconductor research, materials science modeling, and solid-state chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of BSe2?
BSe2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.77 eV across 91 reported structures.
Is BSe2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.77 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is BSe2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — BSe2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of BSe2 are known?
91 structures of BSe2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 21 distinct space groups.
What elements does BSe2 contain?
BSe2 contains B and Se (2 elements).
Where does the data for BSe2 come from?
BSe2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct binary compound, BSe2 occupies a unique position in materials research, serving as a foundational reference point for boron-selenium systems. Its stability and structural variety allow it to act as a benchmark for exploring the broader landscape of semiconducting chalcogenides.

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

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