SrAuO2

SrAuO2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxide composed of strontium, gold, and oxygen.

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Crystal structure of SrAuO2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About SrAuO2

SrAuO2 is a semiconducting oxide that occupies a stable position on the thermodynamic convex hull. Its existence as a well-defined phase suggests robust structural integrity, making it a subject of interest for researchers investigating the intersection of noble metal chemistry and oxide semiconductors.

Because it maintains stability, this compound serves as a reliable candidate for fundamental studies in materials science. Its electronic character positions it within the broader landscape of functional oxides, where it is evaluated for its unique chemical bonding and potential for specialized electronic applications.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for SrAuO2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.24–1.44 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

6
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where SrAuO2 is used.

Electronic materials researchFundamental solid-state chemistry studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SrAuO2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is SrAuO2?

SrAuO2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxide composed of strontium, gold, and oxygen.

More questions
What is SrAuO2 used for?
SrAuO2 is used in electronic materials research and fundamental solid-state chemistry studies.
What is the band gap of SrAuO2?
SrAuO2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.24–1.44 eV across 6 reported structures.
Is SrAuO2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.44 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is SrAuO2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — SrAuO2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of SrAuO2 are known?
6 structures of SrAuO2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does SrAuO2 contain?
SrAuO2 contains Au, O, and Sr (3 elements).
Where does the data for SrAuO2 come from?
SrAuO2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct oxide phase, SrAuO2 represents a unique structural arrangement within the landscape of strontium-gold-oxygen materials. It stands as a stable, well-characterized compound that provides a foundational reference point for exploring the electronic properties of complex ternary oxides containing noble metals.

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

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