Mn4O10Sr4

Mn4O10Sr4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting oxide material utilized for its catalytic properties in oxygen-evolution reactions.

Crystal structure of Mn4O10Sr4 (orthorhombic, Pbam (No. 55))
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Mn4O10Sr4

Mn4O10Sr4 is a semiconducting oxide that functions as a catalyst for oxygen-evolution reactions. Its position on the convex hull indicates that it is a thermodynamically stable material, making it a robust candidate for long-term electrochemical applications where structural integrity is paramount. Its electronic structure is well-suited for charge transfer processes required in catalytic cycles. The compound has been extensively characterized in materials databases, reflecting significant interest in its structural and functional properties. As a member of the complex oxide family, it offers a distinct alternative to more common binary systems, providing unique pathways for oxygen-related catalysis.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Mn4O10Sr4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.20 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

18
3 databases, 4 space groups
Crystallography

Reported Structures

Lowest-energy structures reported for Mn4O10Sr4, ranked by energy above hull.

Space GroupCrystal SystemBand Gap (eV)E above hull (eV/atom)E/atom (eV)Density (g/cm³)
Pbam (No. 55)orthorhombic0.000.0000-7.7325.31
Ima2 (No. 46)orthorhombic0.000.0240-7.7084.84
Cmmm (No. 65)orthorhombic1.200.0571-7.6755.00
P4/mmm (No. 123)tetragonal0.000.0590-7.6735.03
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Pbam (No. 55)
Uses

Applications

Where Mn4O10Sr4 is used.

Oxygen-evolution catalystsElectrochemical energy conversionAdvanced materials research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mn4O10Sr4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Mn4O10Sr4?

Mn4O10Sr4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting oxide material utilized for its catalytic properties in oxygen-evolution reactions.

More questions
What is Mn4O10Sr4 used for?
Mn4O10Sr4 is used in oxygen-evolution catalysts, electrochemical energy conversion, and advanced materials research.
What is the band gap of Mn4O10Sr4?
Mn4O10Sr4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.20 eV across 18 reported structures.
Is Mn4O10Sr4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.20 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Mn4O10Sr4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Mn4O10Sr4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
What is the crystal structure of Mn4O10Sr4?
The lowest-energy reported polymorph of Mn4O10Sr4 is orthorhombic symmetry, space group Pbam (No. 55).
What is the density of Mn4O10Sr4?
The computed density of the ground-state structure of Mn4O10Sr4 is 5.31 g/cm³.
How many polymorphs of Mn4O10Sr4 are known?
18 structures of Mn4O10Sr4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
What elements does Mn4O10Sr4 contain?
Mn4O10Sr4 contains Mn, O, and Sr (3 elements).
Where does the data for Mn4O10Sr4 come from?
Mn4O10Sr4 data is cross-referenced from materials_project, aflow, omat24.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the oxide oxygen-evolution catalysts class.

Within the class of oxygen-evolution catalysts, Mn4O10Sr4 stands out for its structural complexity compared to simpler binary oxides like NiO. While materials such as LiMn2O4 and LaMnO3 are frequently studied for their specific electrochemical behaviors, Mn4O10Sr4 provides a different coordination environment for manganese, which can be advantageous for tuning catalytic activity and stability in demanding oxidative environments.

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Related Compounds

Other Oxide Oxygen-Evolution Catalysts in the database.

Data sources & attribution
  • materials_project — Data from the Materials Project. Cite: Jain et al., APL Materials 1, 011002 (2013).
  • aflow — Data from AFLOW. Cite: Curtarolo et al., Comp. Mater. Sci. 58, 218 (2012).
  • omat24 — Data from OMat24 (Meta FAIR). Cite: Barroso-Luque et al., arXiv 2410.12771 (2024).

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