LaMoN3

LaMoN3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride characterized by a diverse range of known structural configurations.

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Crystal structure of LaMoN3
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About LaMoN3

LaMoN3 is a thermodynamically stable ternary nitride that occupies a unique position on the convex hull, indicating significant structural robustness. Its semiconducting electronic character makes it an intriguing candidate for specialized electronic and optoelectronic applications where stable, non-oxide materials are required.

With numerous reported structures across multiple databases, this compound is a well-documented subject of study in solid-state chemistry. Its composition of lanthanum, molybdenum, and nitrogen allows for complex bonding environments that are essential for exploring new functional materials in the nitride family.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for LaMoN3, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.81–2.08 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

21
3 databases, 6 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where LaMoN3 is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state electronic materialsFundamental materials science studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LaMoN3, answered from cross-validated data.

What is LaMoN3?

LaMoN3 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting ternary nitride characterized by a diverse range of known structural configurations.

More questions
What is LaMoN3 used for?
LaMoN3 is used in semiconductor research, solid-state electronic materials, and fundamental materials science studies.
What is the band gap of LaMoN3?
LaMoN3 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.81–2.08 eV across 21 reported structures.
Is LaMoN3 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.08 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is LaMoN3 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — LaMoN3 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of LaMoN3 are known?
21 structures of LaMoN3 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 6 distinct space groups.
What elements does LaMoN3 contain?
LaMoN3 contains La, Mo, and N (3 elements).
Where does the data for LaMoN3 come from?
LaMoN3 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a stable ternary nitride, LaMoN3 serves as a foundational example of this class, demonstrating the viability of integrating heavy rare-earth elements with transition metals to achieve stable semiconducting behavior.

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

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