Cl18Cs6Ru4

Cl18Cs6Ru4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound belonging to the platinum-group alloy catalyst class.

Crystal structure of Cl18Cs6Ru4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Cl18Cs6Ru4

Cl18Cs6Ru4 is a distinct semiconducting compound within the platinum-group alloy catalyst family. Its thermodynamic stability on the convex hull suggests a robust structural configuration, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating complex inorganic frameworks.

This material is characterized by its specific atomic arrangement, which is documented across multiple structural databases. Its electronic nature as a semiconductor distinguishes it from many metallic counterparts in the class, offering potential for specialized catalytic applications where electronic tuning is essential.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Cl18Cs6Ru4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.49 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, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Cl18Cs6Ru4 is used.

Catalysis researchMaterials science explorationElectronic component development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cl18Cs6Ru4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Cl18Cs6Ru4?

Cl18Cs6Ru4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound belonging to the platinum-group alloy catalyst class.

More questions
What is Cl18Cs6Ru4 used for?
Cl18Cs6Ru4 is used in catalysis research, materials science exploration, and electronic component development.
What is the band gap of Cl18Cs6Ru4?
Cl18Cs6Ru4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.49 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is Cl18Cs6Ru4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.49 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Cl18Cs6Ru4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Cl18Cs6Ru4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Cl18Cs6Ru4 are known?
3 structures of Cl18Cs6Ru4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Cl18Cs6Ru4 contain?
Cl18Cs6Ru4 contains Cl, Cs, and Ru (3 elements).
Where does the data for Cl18Cs6Ru4 come from?
Cl18Cs6Ru4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.

Unlike many of the metallic or intermetallic members of the platinum-group alloy class, such as P3Ru or Ga2Ru, Cl18Cs6Ru4 exhibits a semiconducting electronic character. While its siblings often prioritize high conductivity for traditional catalytic processes, this compound offers a unique electronic profile that may enable more selective or niche chemical transformations.

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Related Compounds

Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.

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

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