Nb4P2Rb2S20

Nb4P2Rb2S20 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting quaternary sulfide material containing niobium, phosphorus, rubidium, and sulfur.

NbPRbS
Crystal structure of Nb4P2Rb2S20
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Nb4P2Rb2S20

Nb4P2Rb2S20 is a complex quaternary sulfide compound composed of niobium, phosphorus, rubidium, and sulfur. As a thermodynamically stable material situated on the convex hull, it represents a well-defined structural arrangement that is highly favorable for synthesis and experimental investigation.

This material exhibits semiconducting electronic character, making it a candidate for research into specialized electronic and optoelectronic applications. Its unique stoichiometry and chemical composition allow it to serve as a distinct building block in the exploration of complex chalcogenide frameworks.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Nb4P2Rb2S20, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.55 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Nb4P2Rb2S20 is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state chemistryMaterials science exploration
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nb4P2Rb2S20, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Nb4P2Rb2S20?

Nb4P2Rb2S20 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting quaternary sulfide material containing niobium, phosphorus, rubidium, and sulfur.

More questions
What is Nb4P2Rb2S20 used for?
Nb4P2Rb2S20 is used in semiconductor research, solid-state chemistry, and materials science exploration.
What is the band gap of Nb4P2Rb2S20?
Nb4P2Rb2S20 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.55 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is Nb4P2Rb2S20 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.55 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Nb4P2Rb2S20 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Nb4P2Rb2S20 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Nb4P2Rb2S20 are known?
3 structures of Nb4P2Rb2S20 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Nb4P2Rb2S20 contain?
Nb4P2Rb2S20 contains Nb, P, Rb, and S (4 elements).
Where does the data for Nb4P2Rb2S20 come from?
Nb4P2Rb2S20 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique quaternary sulfide, Nb4P2Rb2S20 stands as a notable example of structural complexity within the broader family of niobium-based chalcogenides. It occupies a distinct niche by integrating alkali metal rubidium with phosphorus and niobium to achieve a stable, semiconducting electronic state.

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

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