CdB2XeF10

CdB2XeF10 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound containing cadmium, boron, xenon, and fluorine.

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Crystal structure of CdB2XeF10
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About CdB2XeF10

CdB2XeF10 is a complex inorganic compound that resides on the convex hull, indicating it is a thermodynamically stable material. Its electronic character is defined as semiconducting, suggesting potential utility in electronic or optoelectronic device architectures where controlled charge transport is required. The inclusion of xenon in its structure makes it a particularly intriguing subject for fundamental studies in noble gas chemistry and coordination environments. As a rare and structurally distinct material, it represents a specialized niche in inorganic synthesis, providing researchers with a unique platform to investigate the interplay between heavy noble gases, transition metals, and boron-based frameworks. Its stability ensures that it can be synthesized and handled under appropriate conditions, making it a viable candidate for further experimental characterization.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for CdB2XeF10, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.89 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where CdB2XeF10 is used.

Fundamental materials researchNoble gas coordination chemistry studiesSemiconductor device development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CdB2XeF10, answered from cross-validated data.

What is CdB2XeF10?

CdB2XeF10 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound containing cadmium, boron, xenon, and fluorine.

More questions
What is CdB2XeF10 used for?
CdB2XeF10 is used in fundamental materials research, noble gas coordination chemistry studies, and semiconductor device development.
What is the band gap of CdB2XeF10?
CdB2XeF10 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.89 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is CdB2XeF10 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.89 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is CdB2XeF10 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — CdB2XeF10 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of CdB2XeF10 are known?
3 structures of CdB2XeF10 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does CdB2XeF10 contain?
CdB2XeF10 contains B, Cd, F, and Xe (4 elements).
Where does the data for CdB2XeF10 come from?
CdB2XeF10 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound with no direct structural siblings in this context, CdB2XeF10 stands as a singular entity that highlights the diverse possibilities of xenon-containing materials. Unlike more common binary or ternary compounds, its complex stoichiometry allows for a specialized electronic profile that distinguishes it from simpler semiconducting frameworks.

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

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