Ba2F12Zr2

Ba2F12Zr2 is a thermodynamically stable, wide-gap insulating fluoride compound characterized by its structural robustness.

BaFZr
Crystal structure of Ba2F12Zr2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ba2F12Zr2

Ba2F12Zr2 is a complex fluoride compound that exhibits wide-gap insulating behavior. Its position on the convex hull indicates that it is a thermodynamically stable phase, making it a robust candidate for materials science research and structural analysis. The material has been characterized across multiple databases, reflecting its significance in the study of barium-zirconium fluoride systems. Its electronic character suggests it is well-suited for applications requiring high electrical resistance and dielectric stability. As a stable inorganic compound, it serves as a foundational building block for exploring complex fluoride architectures. Its structural integrity is a key feature that distinguishes it within the broader landscape of halide-based materials.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ba2F12Zr2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

6.27–6.33 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

4
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Ba2F12Zr2 is used.

Dielectric materials researchSolid-state fluoride chemistryOptical materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ba2F12Zr2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ba2F12Zr2?

Ba2F12Zr2 is a thermodynamically stable, wide-gap insulating fluoride compound characterized by its structural robustness.

More questions
What is Ba2F12Zr2 used for?
Ba2F12Zr2 is used in dielectric materials research, solid-state fluoride chemistry, and optical materials development.
What is the band gap of Ba2F12Zr2?
Ba2F12Zr2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 6.27–6.33 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is Ba2F12Zr2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 6.33 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is Ba2F12Zr2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Ba2F12Zr2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Ba2F12Zr2 are known?
4 structures of Ba2F12Zr2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Ba2F12Zr2 contain?
Ba2F12Zr2 contains Ba, F, and Zr (3 elements).
Where does the data for Ba2F12Zr2 come from?
Ba2F12Zr2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique fluoride phase, Ba2F12Zr2 occupies a distinct niche in materials chemistry. While it does not share its specific structural class with other common compounds in this database, its high thermodynamic stability sets a benchmark for synthetic fluoride materials, providing a reliable reference point for future studies in ionic conductors or optical materials.

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

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