Mn3Cd2O8

Mn3Cd2O8 is a stable, semiconducting oxide compound primarily investigated for its potential as a catalyst in oxygen-evolution reactions.

Crystal structure of Mn3Cd2O8
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Mn3Cd2O8

Mn3Cd2O8 is a semiconducting oxide that sits on the convex hull, indicating significant thermodynamic stability. As a member of the oxygen-evolution catalyst family, it is designed to facilitate the complex multi-electron transfer processes required for water splitting and related electrochemical energy conversion technologies.

Its structural versatility is highlighted by multiple reported configurations across major materials databases. This adaptability makes it a compelling candidate for researchers aiming to optimize catalytic surfaces for improved performance in sustainable energy systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Mn3Cd2O8, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.21 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 Mn3Cd2O8 is used.

Oxygen-evolution catalysisElectrochemical water splittingEnergy conversion research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mn3Cd2O8, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Mn3Cd2O8?

Mn3Cd2O8 is a stable, semiconducting oxide compound primarily investigated for its potential as a catalyst in oxygen-evolution reactions.

More questions
What is Mn3Cd2O8 used for?
Mn3Cd2O8 is used in oxygen-evolution catalysis, electrochemical water splitting, and energy conversion research.
What is the band gap of Mn3Cd2O8?
Mn3Cd2O8 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.21 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is Mn3Cd2O8 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.21 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Mn3Cd2O8 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Mn3Cd2O8 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Mn3Cd2O8 are known?
5 structures of Mn3Cd2O8 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does Mn3Cd2O8 contain?
Mn3Cd2O8 contains Cd, Mn, and O (3 elements).
Where does the data for Mn3Cd2O8 come from?
Mn3Cd2O8 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the oxide oxygen-evolution catalysts class.

Unlike the more widely studied spinel and layered oxides such as LiMn2O4 or LiCoO2, Mn3Cd2O8 offers a distinct structural motif that diversifies the landscape of transition metal-based catalysts. While materials like LaMnO3 are frequently utilized for their perovskite-based activity, Mn3Cd2O8 provides a unique electronic environment that may offer alternative pathways for oxygen-evolution kinetics.

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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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