K2CoF6

K2CoF6 is a stable, semiconducting inorganic fluoride compound used in fundamental materials research.

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Crystal structure of K2CoF6
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About K2CoF6

K2CoF6 is a complex fluoride compound that sits firmly on the thermodynamic convex hull, indicating significant structural stability. Its electronic character as a semiconductor makes it an intriguing candidate for specialized solid-state applications where precise electronic control is required.

Given its status as a well-documented material with multiple reported structural variations, researchers utilize this compound to study the interplay between transition metal centers and fluoride coordination environments. Its stability ensures it remains a reliable subject for fundamental investigations into inorganic material behavior.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for K2CoF6, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.17 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

5
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where K2CoF6 is used.

Solid-state chemistry researchMaterials science structural studiesInorganic synthesis precursor
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about K2CoF6, answered from cross-validated data.

What is K2CoF6?

K2CoF6 is a stable, semiconducting inorganic fluoride compound used in fundamental materials research.

More questions
What is K2CoF6 used for?
K2CoF6 is used in solid-state chemistry research, materials science structural studies, and inorganic synthesis precursor.
What is the band gap of K2CoF6?
K2CoF6 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.17 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is K2CoF6 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.17 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is K2CoF6 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — K2CoF6 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of K2CoF6 are known?
5 structures of K2CoF6 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does K2CoF6 contain?
K2CoF6 contains Co, F, and K (3 elements).
Where does the data for K2CoF6 come from?
K2CoF6 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct inorganic fluoride, K2CoF6 serves as a foundational reference point for understanding the structural and electronic trends within its specific chemical family, providing a stable baseline for comparative studies of related transition metal complexes.

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

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