P4Os

P4Os is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound formed from phosphorus and osmium.

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Crystal structure of P4Os
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About P4Os

P4Os is a distinct binary compound composed of phosphorus and osmium. As a thermodynamically stable phase residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement within its chemical system, supported by a significant body of reported structural data.

This material exhibits semiconducting electronic characteristics, making it an intriguing candidate for specialized electronic and optoelectronic research. Its stability and unique composition suggest potential utility in applications requiring precise control over electronic properties.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for P4Os, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.67–1.30 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

34
3 databases, 9 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where P4Os is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science explorationSolid-state electronics development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about P4Os, answered from cross-validated data.

What is P4Os?

P4Os is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound formed from phosphorus and osmium.

More questions
What is P4Os used for?
P4Os is used in semiconductor research, materials science exploration, and solid-state electronics development.
What is the band gap of P4Os?
P4Os has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.67–1.30 eV across 34 reported structures.
Is P4Os a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.30 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is P4Os thermodynamically stable?
Yes — P4Os sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of P4Os are known?
34 structures of P4Os are reported across 3 databases, spanning 9 distinct space groups.
What elements does P4Os contain?
P4Os contains Os and P (2 elements).
Where does the data for P4Os come from?
P4Os data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique binary phosphide, P4Os serves as a foundational reference point for understanding the interaction between transition metals and phosphorus in this specific stoichiometry, representing a stable endpoint in its chemical space.

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

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