EuZrO3

EuZrO3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxide composed of europium, zirconium, and oxygen.

EuOZr
Crystal structure of EuZrO3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About EuZrO3

EuZrO3 is a complex oxide featuring europium and zirconium. As a thermodynamically stable compound residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural configuration that is of significant interest for researchers studying rare-earth transition metal oxides. Its semiconducting nature makes it a compelling candidate for electronic device architectures where precise control over charge transport is required. The material is characterized by a well-defined structural framework that supports its stability under various conditions, marking it as a reliable subject for fundamental materials science investigation. Its utility stems from the interplay between the localized electronic states of the europium ions and the structural stability provided by the zirconium-oxygen network.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for EuZrO3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.19–0.47 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

7
3 databases, 4 space groups
Synthesis

Synthesis Routes

Literature-extracted synthesis procedures targeting EuZrO3.

Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Solid State
Procedure available · ceder_solid_state
Uses

Applications

Where EuZrO3 is used.

Semiconductor researchMagnetic materials developmentElectronic component fabrication
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EuZrO3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is EuZrO3?

EuZrO3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxide composed of europium, zirconium, and oxygen.

More questions
What is EuZrO3 used for?
EuZrO3 is used in semiconductor research, magnetic materials development, and electronic component fabrication.
What is the band gap of EuZrO3?
EuZrO3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.19–0.47 eV across 7 reported structures.
Is EuZrO3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.47 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is EuZrO3 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — EuZrO3 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of EuZrO3 are known?
7 structures of EuZrO3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
How is EuZrO3 synthesized?
Literature-reported routes for EuZrO3 include solid state (2 procedures documented).
What elements does EuZrO3 contain?
EuZrO3 contains Eu, O, and Zr (3 elements).
Where does the data for EuZrO3 come from?
EuZrO3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct member of the rare-earth zirconate family, EuZrO3 occupies a unique position due to the magnetic and electronic contributions of the europium cation. Unlike simpler binary oxides, this compound offers a complex structural landscape that allows for tailored physical properties, serving as a foundational reference point for understanding how rare-earth substitution influences the stability and semiconducting behavior of perovskite-like oxide systems.

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

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