MgMn5O8

MgMn5O8 is a semiconducting oxide compound primarily researched for its potential as a catalyst in oxygen-evolution reactions.

Crystal structure of MgMn5O8
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About MgMn5O8

MgMn5O8 is a semiconducting oxide that serves as a specialized catalyst for oxygen-evolution reactions. Its structural configuration and electronic properties make it a subject of interest for researchers aiming to optimize electrochemical performance in energy-related processes.

As a near-hull stable compound, it occupies a favorable position for potential synthesis and experimental validation. Its role within the broader family of oxide catalysts highlights its utility in developing efficient, earth-abundant materials for catalytic applications.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for MgMn5O8, aggregated across 2 databases.

Band Gap

0.35–0.70 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.019 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

16
2 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where MgMn5O8 is used.

Oxygen-evolution catalysisElectrochemical energy conversionMaterials research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MgMn5O8, answered from cross-validated data.

What is MgMn5O8?

MgMn5O8 is a semiconducting oxide compound primarily researched for its potential as a catalyst in oxygen-evolution reactions.

More questions
What is MgMn5O8 used for?
MgMn5O8 is used in oxygen-evolution catalysis, electrochemical energy conversion, and materials research.
What is the band gap of MgMn5O8?
MgMn5O8 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.35–0.70 eV across 16 reported structures.
Is MgMn5O8 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.70 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is MgMn5O8 thermodynamically stable?
MgMn5O8 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.019 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of MgMn5O8 are known?
16 structures of MgMn5O8 are reported across 2 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does MgMn5O8 contain?
MgMn5O8 contains Mg, Mn, and O (3 elements).
Where does the data for MgMn5O8 come from?
MgMn5O8 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the oxide oxygen-evolution catalysts class.

Compared to well-established battery materials like LiMn2O4 and LiCoO2, MgMn5O8 represents a more niche oxide structure within the oxygen-evolution catalyst class. While materials such as LaMnO3 are frequently studied for their perovskite-based catalytic activity, MgMn5O8 offers a distinct structural framework that broadens the design space for non-precious metal catalysts.

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Related Compounds

Other Oxide Oxygen-Evolution Catalysts in the database.

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

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