P16Se20

P16Se20 is a semiconducting phosphorus selenide compound that is considered likely to be synthesizable due to its thermodynamic stability.

PSe
Crystal structure of P16Se20
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About P16Se20

P16Se20 is a semiconducting phosphorus selenide compound characterized by its unique atomic arrangement. Its position near the thermodynamic hull suggests that it is a viable target for experimental synthesis, holding potential for future electronic or optoelectronic applications.

As a member of the phosphorus-selenium system, this material contributes to the structural diversity of binary chalcogenides. Its electronic properties make it an intriguing subject for investigating charge transport in non-metallic inorganic frameworks.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for P16Se20, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

1.84 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.010 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

5
4 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where P16Se20 is used.

semiconductor researchchalcogenide materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about P16Se20, answered from cross-validated data.

What is P16Se20?

P16Se20 is a semiconducting phosphorus selenide compound that is considered likely to be synthesizable due to its thermodynamic stability.

More questions
What is P16Se20 used for?
P16Se20 is used in semiconductor research and chalcogenide materials development.
What is the band gap of P16Se20?
P16Se20 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.84 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is P16Se20 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.84 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is P16Se20 thermodynamically stable?
P16Se20 has a lowest energy above hull of 0.010 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of P16Se20 are known?
5 structures of P16Se20 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does P16Se20 contain?
P16Se20 contains P and Se (2 elements).
Where does the data for P16Se20 come from?
P16Se20 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct phosphorus selenide, P16Se20 serves as a unique data point within the broader landscape of binary phosphorus-chalcogen systems, representing a specific stoichiometry that bridges the gap between simpler binary phases and more complex amorphous networks.

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

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