MgZn3O4
MgZn3O4 is a semiconducting mixed-metal oxide belonging to the spinel catalyst family that shows promise for specialized chemical applications.
About MgZn3O4
MgZn3O4 is a semiconducting spinel oxide that represents an intriguing intersection of magnesium and zinc chemistry. Its near-hull thermodynamic stability suggests it is a viable candidate for synthesis and further experimental investigation within the broader family of mixed-metal oxides.
This material is primarily studied for its potential role in catalytic processes where its electronic properties can be leveraged. As a member of the spinel oxide class, it offers a unique structural framework that can be tuned for specific surface reactions, making it a subject of interest for materials scientists focusing on advanced inorganic catalysts.
Key Properties
Cross-validated computational properties for MgZn3O4, aggregated across 3 databases.
Band GapEnergy needed to move an electron from the valence band to the conduction band. Lower or zero values tend to behave more metallic; larger gaps are more insulating or semiconducting.
Energy Above HullThermodynamic distance from the most stable set of competing phases. 0 eV/atom is on the convex hull; small positive values may still be experimentally accessible.
StabilityA plain-language summary of the best reported energy-above-hull result. It reflects whether the lowest-energy structure is on, near, or far from the stability hull.
StructuresCount of reported calculated crystal structures for this formula, including alternate polymorphs, source databases, and observed space groups.
Reported Structures
Lowest-energy structures reported for MgZn3O4, ranked by energy above hull.
| Space GroupSymmetry classification of the crystal arrangement. The number is the international space-group index. | Crystal SystemBroad lattice family, such as cubic, tetragonal, monoclinic, or triclinic, derived from unit-cell symmetry. | Band Gap (eV)Electronic gap calculated for this specific reported structure, measured in electronvolts. | E above hull (eV/atom)Thermodynamic distance from the convex hull for this structure, normalized per atom. Lower is generally more stable. | E/atom (eV)Computed total energy normalized per atom. Use energy above hull, not this value alone, when comparing stability. | Density (g/cm³)Mass per relaxed crystal volume, reported in grams per cubic centimeter. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cm (No. 8) | monoclinic | 1.46 | 0.0133 | -5.240 | 4.98 |
| Cm (No. 8) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cm (No. 8) | Monoclinic | — | — | — | 5.09 |
| Cm (No. 8) | Monoclinic | — | — | — | 4.79 |
| Cm (No. 8) | Monoclinic | — | — | — | 4.98 |
Applications
Where MgZn3O4 is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MgZn3O4, answered from cross-validated data.
What is MgZn3O4?
MgZn3O4 is a semiconducting mixed-metal oxide belonging to the spinel catalyst family that shows promise for specialized chemical applications.
What is MgZn3O4 used for?
What is the band gap of MgZn3O4?
Is MgZn3O4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Is MgZn3O4 thermodynamically stable?
What is the crystal structure of MgZn3O4?
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How many polymorphs of MgZn3O4 are known?
What elements does MgZn3O4 contain?
Where does the data for MgZn3O4 come from?
How It Compares
Within the spinel oxide catalysts class.
Within the diverse class of spinel and transition metal oxides, MgZn3O4 occupies a niche position compared to well-established benchmarks like MgAl2O4 or ZnO. While MgAl2O4 serves as a structural standard for the spinel family, MgZn3O4 provides a distinct electronic profile that bridges the gap between simple binary oxides like NiO and more complex perovskite-structured catalysts such as LaMnO3.
Related Compounds
Other Spinel Oxide Catalysts in the database.
Data sources & attribution
- materials_project — Data from the Materials Project. Cite: Jain et al., APL Materials 1, 011002 (2013).
- jarvis — Data from JARVIS (NIST). Cite: Choudhary et al., npj Comp. Mater. 6, 173 (2020).
- mpaloe — Data from mpaloe.
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