InSb2S4Cl

InSb2S4Cl is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting quaternary compound containing indium, antimony, sulfur, and chlorine.

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Crystal structure of InSb2S4Cl
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About InSb2S4Cl

InSb2S4Cl is a complex quaternary inorganic compound composed of indium, antimony, sulfur, and chlorine. As a thermodynamically stable material situated on the convex hull, it represents a robust phase within its chemical system, offering a well-defined structural framework for materials science research.

This compound exhibits semiconducting electronic character, making it an intriguing candidate for specialized optoelectronic or sensor technologies. Its unique combination of chalcogenide and halide components suggests a tunable electronic environment that is highly relevant for developing next-generation semiconductor devices.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for InSb2S4Cl, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.55 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

4
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where InSb2S4Cl is used.

Semiconductor researchOptoelectronic device developmentSolid-state sensor materials
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about InSb2S4Cl, answered from cross-validated data.

What is InSb2S4Cl?

InSb2S4Cl is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting quaternary compound containing indium, antimony, sulfur, and chlorine.

More questions
What is InSb2S4Cl used for?
InSb2S4Cl is used in semiconductor research, optoelectronic device development, and solid-state sensor materials.
What is the band gap of InSb2S4Cl?
InSb2S4Cl has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.55 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is InSb2S4Cl a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.55 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is InSb2S4Cl thermodynamically stable?
Yes — InSb2S4Cl sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of InSb2S4Cl are known?
4 structures of InSb2S4Cl are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does InSb2S4Cl contain?
InSb2S4Cl contains Cl, In, S, and Sb (4 elements).
Where does the data for InSb2S4Cl come from?
InSb2S4Cl data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a quaternary phase, InSb2S4Cl represents a sophisticated structural arrangement compared to simpler binary or ternary chalcogenides, providing a stable platform for exploring complex electronic behaviors in multi-element systems.

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

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