C2H8N4O2

C2H8N4O2 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating molecular compound frequently studied for its structural diversity.

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Crystal structure of C2H8N4O2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About C2H8N4O2

C2H8N4O2 is a thermodynamically stable molecular compound that sits firmly on the convex hull, indicating significant structural robustness. As a wide-band-gap insulator, it possesses electronic characteristics typical of materials that resist electrical conduction, making it a subject of interest for fundamental structural studies.

With numerous reported structures across major databases, this compound is well-documented in the scientific literature. Its stable nature and distinct electronic profile allow researchers to investigate its behavior in various solid-state environments, contributing to the broader understanding of organic-based molecular materials.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for C2H8N4O2, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

1.73–5.07 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

39
4 databases, 7 space groups
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C2H8N4O2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is C2H8N4O2?

C2H8N4O2 is a thermodynamically stable, insulating molecular compound frequently studied for its structural diversity.

More questions
What is the band gap of C2H8N4O2?
C2H8N4O2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.73–5.07 eV across 39 reported structures.
Is C2H8N4O2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 5.07 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is C2H8N4O2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — C2H8N4O2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of C2H8N4O2 are known?
39 structures of C2H8N4O2 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 7 distinct space groups.
What elements does C2H8N4O2 contain?
C2H8N4O2 contains C, H, N, and O (4 elements).
Where does the data for C2H8N4O2 come from?
C2H8N4O2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique molecular entity within its structural class, C2H8N4O2 serves as a key reference point for understanding the stability and electronic properties of similar nitrogen-rich organic compounds. Its position on the convex hull highlights its thermodynamic favorability compared to less stable structural isomers.

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

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