Mn4OF6

Mn4OF6 is a metastable semiconducting oxyfluoride compound studied for its potential utility in oxygen-evolution catalysis.

Crystal structure of Mn4OF6
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Mn4OF6

Mn4OF6 is a semiconducting oxyfluoride that functions within the broader category of oxide oxygen-evolution catalysts. Its unique composition of manganese, oxygen, and fluorine creates a complex structural framework that is of significant interest for researchers investigating advanced catalytic materials. As a metastable phase, this compound represents a specialized niche in materials science. Its electronic character and chemical makeup make it a subject of study for those looking to optimize catalytic performance in electrochemical systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Mn4OF6, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.76–2.30 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.032 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Metastable
2 DFT sources

Structures

7
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Mn4OF6 is used.

Oxygen-evolution catalysis researchElectrochemical energy conversion studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mn4OF6, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Mn4OF6?

Mn4OF6 is a metastable semiconducting oxyfluoride compound studied for its potential utility in oxygen-evolution catalysis.

More questions
What is Mn4OF6 used for?
Mn4OF6 is used in oxygen-evolution catalysis research and electrochemical energy conversion studies.
What is the band gap of Mn4OF6?
Mn4OF6 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.76–2.30 eV across 7 reported structures.
Is Mn4OF6 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.30 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Mn4OF6 thermodynamically stable?
Mn4OF6 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.032 eV/atom (metastable).
How many polymorphs of Mn4OF6 are known?
7 structures of Mn4OF6 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Mn4OF6 contain?
Mn4OF6 contains F, Mn, and O (3 elements).
Where does the data for Mn4OF6 come from?
Mn4OF6 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the oxide oxygen-evolution catalysts class.

Unlike the highly stable and widely utilized battery cathode materials such as LiCoO2 or LiMn2O4, Mn4OF6 exists as a metastable phase, presenting different synthesis challenges and catalytic potential compared to more conventional oxides like NiO or LaMnO3.

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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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