Te2Tl4

Te2Tl4 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound characterized by a high degree of structural diversity.

TeTl
Crystal structure of Te2Tl4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Te2Tl4

Te2Tl4 is a thermodynamically stable inorganic compound that sits firmly on the convex hull, indicating significant structural robustness. As a semiconducting material, it offers a unique electronic profile that makes it a subject of interest for fundamental solid-state physics investigations.

With a diverse range of reported structures across multiple databases, this material is well-documented in the scientific literature. Its stability and semiconducting nature provide a foundation for exploring potential electronic applications where precise control over charge transport is required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Te2Tl4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.80 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

14
3 databases, 7 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Te2Tl4 is used.

Solid-state physics researchElectronic materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Te2Tl4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Te2Tl4?

Te2Tl4 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound characterized by a high degree of structural diversity.

More questions
What is Te2Tl4 used for?
Te2Tl4 is used in solid-state physics research and electronic materials development.
What is the band gap of Te2Tl4?
Te2Tl4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.80 eV across 14 reported structures.
Is Te2Tl4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.80 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Te2Tl4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Te2Tl4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Te2Tl4 are known?
14 structures of Te2Tl4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 7 distinct space groups.
What elements does Te2Tl4 contain?
Te2Tl4 contains Te and Tl (2 elements).
Where does the data for Te2Tl4 come from?
Te2Tl4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct semiconducting phase, Te2Tl4 represents a stable configuration within its chemical system, serving as a reference point for understanding the structural diversity and electronic behavior of thallium-telluride compounds.

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

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