Cl12I2P2

Cl12I2P2 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound composed of phosphorus, chlorine, and iodine.

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Crystal structure of Cl12I2P2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Cl12I2P2

Cl12I2P2 is a complex inorganic compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of phosphorus, chlorine, and iodine atoms that maintains structural integrity under standard conditions.

Its existence across multiple structural databases highlights its significance in materials science research. By balancing these specific elements, the compound offers a unique chemical environment that is of interest for exploring specialized electronic or optical behaviors in solid-state systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Cl12I2P2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.79 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

3
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where Cl12I2P2 is used.

Solid-state materials researchSemiconductor developmentFundamental chemical synthesis
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cl12I2P2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Cl12I2P2?

Cl12I2P2 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound composed of phosphorus, chlorine, and iodine.

More questions
What is Cl12I2P2 used for?
Cl12I2P2 is used in solid-state materials research, semiconductor development, and fundamental chemical synthesis.
What is the band gap of Cl12I2P2?
Cl12I2P2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.79 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is Cl12I2P2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.79 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Cl12I2P2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Cl12I2P2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Cl12I2P2 are known?
3 structures of Cl12I2P2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does Cl12I2P2 contain?
Cl12I2P2 contains Cl, I, and P (3 elements).
Where does the data for Cl12I2P2 come from?
Cl12I2P2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound, Cl12I2P2 occupies a distinct position in the chemical landscape. Without direct structural siblings, it serves as a foundational reference point for studying the interplay between halogenated phosphorus frameworks and their resulting semiconducting properties.

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

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