S6Si2Tl4

S6Si2Tl4 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of sulfur, silicon, and thallium.

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Crystal structure of S6Si2Tl4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About S6Si2Tl4

S6Si2Tl4 is a complex inorganic compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural arrangement of sulfur, silicon, and thallium atoms.

This material is of significant interest to researchers investigating novel chalcogenide-based semiconductors. Its stability suggests potential for integration into specialized electronic or optoelectronic devices where consistent material behavior is required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for S6Si2Tl4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.36 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 S6Si2Tl4 is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science explorationSolid-state device development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S6Si2Tl4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is S6Si2Tl4?

S6Si2Tl4 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of sulfur, silicon, and thallium.

More questions
What is S6Si2Tl4 used for?
S6Si2Tl4 is used in semiconductor research, materials science exploration, and solid-state device development.
What is the band gap of S6Si2Tl4?
S6Si2Tl4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.36 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is S6Si2Tl4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.36 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is S6Si2Tl4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — S6Si2Tl4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of S6Si2Tl4 are known?
3 structures of S6Si2Tl4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does S6Si2Tl4 contain?
S6Si2Tl4 contains S, Si, and Tl (3 elements).
Where does the data for S6Si2Tl4 come from?
S6Si2Tl4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique member of its chemical system, S6Si2Tl4 serves as a foundational reference point for exploring the interplay between heavy metal thallium and silicon-sulfur frameworks. It occupies a distinct position in the landscape of ternary chalcogenides, offering a stable structural template that distinguishes it from more volatile or metastable compositions.

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

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