CaWO3

CaWO3 is a metastable semiconducting ternary oxide of calcium and tungsten.

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Crystal structure of CaWO3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About CaWO3

CaWO3 is a complex oxide composed of calcium, tungsten, and oxygen. As a metastable material, it represents a unique structural arrangement that offers interesting possibilities for researchers studying non-equilibrium phases in solid-state chemistry. Its semiconducting nature makes it a subject of interest for those investigating tunable electronic properties in transition metal oxides. Given the multiple reported structural variations, this compound is a versatile candidate for experimental and computational studies aimed at understanding phase stability. Its behavior under various conditions provides valuable insights into the broader landscape of ternary oxide systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for CaWO3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.23–1.98 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.054 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Metastable
2 DFT sources

Structures

7
3 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where CaWO3 is used.

Solid-state electronic researchFundamental materials science studiesTransition metal oxide phase exploration
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CaWO3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is CaWO3?

CaWO3 is a metastable semiconducting ternary oxide of calcium and tungsten.

More questions
What is CaWO3 used for?
CaWO3 is used in solid-state electronic research, fundamental materials science studies, and transition metal oxide phase exploration.
What is the band gap of CaWO3?
CaWO3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.23–1.98 eV across 7 reported structures.
Is CaWO3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.98 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is CaWO3 thermodynamically stable?
CaWO3 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.054 eV/atom (metastable).
How many polymorphs of CaWO3 are known?
7 structures of CaWO3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does CaWO3 contain?
CaWO3 contains Ca, O, and W (3 elements).
Where does the data for CaWO3 come from?
CaWO3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a metastable semiconducting oxide, CaWO3 occupies a distinct niche in the study of calcium-tungsten-oxygen systems. While many related oxides are highly stable, the metastability of this compound suggests a more complex synthesis pathway, marking it as a specialized material for researchers focused on structural diversity and electronic modulation.

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

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