H3ClO

H3ClO is a thermodynamically stable, insulating compound composed of chlorine, hydrogen, and oxygen that is recognized for its structural persistence.

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Crystal structure of H3ClO
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About H3ClO

H3ClO is a distinct chemical entity characterized by its wide-band-gap insulating electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable compound residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration of chlorine, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms that maintains structural integrity under standard conditions. Its electronic properties suggest potential utility in specialized dielectric applications or as a fundamental building block in complex chemical systems. With multiple reported structures across various databases, this material is a subject of significant interest for researchers mapping the landscape of stable inorganic compounds. Its stability makes it a reliable candidate for further investigation into its physical and chemical behavior, providing a clear reference point for studies involving these constituent elements.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for H3ClO, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

5.39–5.50 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
3 DFT sources

Structures

11
4 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where H3ClO is used.

Fundamental chemical researchDielectric materials studyStructural chemistry modeling
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H3ClO, answered from cross-validated data.

What is H3ClO?

H3ClO is a thermodynamically stable, insulating compound composed of chlorine, hydrogen, and oxygen that is recognized for its structural persistence.

More questions
What is H3ClO used for?
H3ClO is used in fundamental chemical research, dielectric materials study, and structural chemistry modeling.
What is the band gap of H3ClO?
H3ClO has a DFT-computed band gap of 5.39–5.50 eV across 11 reported structures.
Is H3ClO a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 5.50 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is H3ClO thermodynamically stable?
Yes — H3ClO sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of H3ClO are known?
11 structures of H3ClO are reported across 4 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does H3ClO contain?
H3ClO contains Cl, H, and O (3 elements).
Where does the data for H3ClO come from?
H3ClO data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable material with a well-defined structural profile, H3ClO serves as a primary reference point for investigating the interactions between chlorine, hydrogen, and oxygen. Within the broader context of similar multi-element systems, it stands out for its stability and insulating character, offering a baseline for understanding how these elements organize into persistent, wide-gap configurations.

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

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