Ta3O7F

Ta3O7F is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxyfluoride compound characterized by its structural diversity and potential utility in materials science research.

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Crystal structure of Ta3O7F
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ta3O7F

Ta3O7F is a distinct oxyfluoride compound that maintains a thermodynamically stable state on the convex hull. As a semiconducting material, it represents a specialized intersection of oxide and fluoride chemistry, offering unique electronic characteristics for research into complex inorganic solids.

Its structural diversity is evidenced by its presence across multiple databases, highlighting its significance in materials science. This compound serves as a valuable subject for investigating how anionic substitution influences the electronic and physical properties of tantalum-based frameworks.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ta3O7F, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.04–2.22 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

9
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where Ta3O7F is used.

Materials science researchSolid-state chemistry studiesElectronic component development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ta3O7F, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ta3O7F?

Ta3O7F is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting oxyfluoride compound characterized by its structural diversity and potential utility in materials science research.

More questions
What is Ta3O7F used for?
Ta3O7F is used in materials science research, solid-state chemistry studies, and electronic component development.
What is the band gap of Ta3O7F?
Ta3O7F has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.04–2.22 eV across 9 reported structures.
Is Ta3O7F a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.22 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Ta3O7F thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Ta3O7F sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Ta3O7F are known?
9 structures of Ta3O7F are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does Ta3O7F contain?
Ta3O7F contains F, O, and Ta (3 elements).
Where does the data for Ta3O7F come from?
Ta3O7F data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound, Ta3O7F occupies a specialized niche within the broader landscape of tantalum-based oxyfluorides. It stands out for its inherent thermodynamic stability, making it a robust candidate for further exploration in materials design compared to less stable or more transient phases in the same chemical family.

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

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