In4S12Sb4

In4S12Sb4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound containing indium, sulfur, and antimony.

InSSb
Crystal structure of In4S12Sb4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About In4S12Sb4

In4S12Sb4 is a complex inorganic compound composed of indium, sulfur, and antimony. As a thermodynamically stable phase located on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement that is well-defined within materials databases.

This material exhibits semiconducting electronic character, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating tunable electronic properties. Its unique combination of elements suggests potential utility in specialized optoelectronic or solid-state applications where stable, multi-component chalcogenides are required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for In4S12Sb4, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

1.48 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
4 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where In4S12Sb4 is used.

Semiconductor researchOptoelectronic material developmentSolid-state chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about In4S12Sb4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is In4S12Sb4?

In4S12Sb4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting inorganic compound containing indium, sulfur, and antimony.

More questions
What is In4S12Sb4 used for?
In4S12Sb4 is used in semiconductor research, optoelectronic material development, and solid-state chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of In4S12Sb4?
In4S12Sb4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.48 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is In4S12Sb4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.48 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is In4S12Sb4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — In4S12Sb4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of In4S12Sb4 are known?
4 structures of In4S12Sb4 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does In4S12Sb4 contain?
In4S12Sb4 contains In, S, and Sb (3 elements).
Where does the data for In4S12Sb4 come from?
In4S12Sb4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct multi-component sulfide, In4S12Sb4 occupies a unique position in materials science research. Unlike simpler binary semiconductors, its complex stoichiometry allows for intricate structural configurations that are highly stable, providing a stable platform for exploring advanced electronic behavior in ternary and quaternary systems.

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

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