F12I4O4

F12I4O4 is a thermodynamically stable, wide-band-gap insulating compound composed of fluorine, iodine, and oxygen.

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Crystal structure of F12I4O4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About F12I4O4

F12I4O4 is a complex inorganic compound composed of fluorine, iodine, and oxygen. As a thermodynamically stable material located on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of these elements that maintains structural integrity under standard conditions. Its electronic character is defined by a wide-band-gap insulating nature, which limits its electrical conductivity and suggests potential utility in specialized dielectric or optical applications. The existence of multiple reported structural variations across databases highlights its versatility in solid-state chemistry. This compound is of significant interest for researchers studying the interplay between highly electronegative fluorine and heavier halogen-oxygen frameworks. Its stability makes it a compelling subject for further investigation into its chemical reactivity and potential as a precursor for functional materials.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for F12I4O4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

3.64 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

4
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where F12I4O4 is used.

Dielectric materials researchOptical materials developmentSolid-state chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about F12I4O4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is F12I4O4?

F12I4O4 is a thermodynamically stable, wide-band-gap insulating compound composed of fluorine, iodine, and oxygen.

More questions
What is F12I4O4 used for?
F12I4O4 is used in dielectric materials research, optical materials development, and solid-state chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of F12I4O4?
F12I4O4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 3.64 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is F12I4O4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 3.64 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is F12I4O4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — F12I4O4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of F12I4O4 are known?
4 structures of F12I4O4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does F12I4O4 contain?
F12I4O4 contains F, I, and O (3 elements).
Where does the data for F12I4O4 come from?
F12I4O4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound, F12I4O4 stands as a distinct entity within its chemical space, representing a stable arrangement of fluorine, iodine, and oxygen that serves as a benchmark for structural studies in this specific elemental combination.

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

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