O20Se8

O20Se8 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting selenium oxide compound.

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Crystal structure of O20Se8
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About O20Se8

O20Se8 is a distinct selenium oxide compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase residing on the convex hull, it represents a well-defined structural arrangement within the selenium-oxygen chemical space.

This material is of significant interest for researchers investigating the fundamental behavior of chalcogen oxides. Its stability suggests potential for specialized applications where precise electronic control is required, distinguishing it as a noteworthy subject for structural and electronic characterization.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for O20Se8, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.90 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

3
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where O20Se8 is used.

Semiconductor researchFundamental materials science studiesChalcogenide chemistry exploration
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O20Se8, answered from cross-validated data.

What is O20Se8?

O20Se8 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting selenium oxide compound.

More questions
What is O20Se8 used for?
O20Se8 is used in semiconductor research, fundamental materials science studies, and chalcogenide chemistry exploration.
What is the band gap of O20Se8?
O20Se8 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.90 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is O20Se8 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.90 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is O20Se8 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — O20Se8 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of O20Se8 are known?
3 structures of O20Se8 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does O20Se8 contain?
O20Se8 contains O and Se (2 elements).
Where does the data for O20Se8 come from?
O20Se8 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique selenium oxide, O20Se8 serves as a foundational reference point for understanding the complex bonding and stability trends within the broader family of selenium-based oxides.

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

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