Tl2S5

Tl2S5 is a stable semiconducting compound composed of thallium and sulfur.

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Crystal structure of Tl2S5
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Tl2S5

Tl2S5 is a distinct thallium-sulfur compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust configuration within the thallium-sulfur system, offering a stable structural framework for further investigation.

Its existence is supported by a significant body of structural data, reflecting its prominence in materials research. This compound serves as a key subject for understanding the interplay between heavy metal cations and chalcogenide networks in semiconducting materials.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Tl2S5, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.67 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

17
3 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Tl2S5 is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science studiesChalcogenide glass development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tl2S5, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Tl2S5?

Tl2S5 is a stable semiconducting compound composed of thallium and sulfur.

More questions
What is Tl2S5 used for?
Tl2S5 is used in semiconductor research, materials science studies, and chalcogenide glass development.
What is the band gap of Tl2S5?
Tl2S5 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.67 eV across 17 reported structures.
Is Tl2S5 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.67 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Tl2S5 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Tl2S5 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Tl2S5 are known?
17 structures of Tl2S5 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does Tl2S5 contain?
Tl2S5 contains S and Tl (2 elements).
Where does the data for Tl2S5 come from?
Tl2S5 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a thermodynamically stable member of the thallium sulfide family, Tl2S5 occupies a unique position in the compositional landscape. While it shares the fundamental chalcogenide chemistry common to its class, its specific stoichiometry and structural stability distinguish it as a focal point for researchers exploring complex metal-sulfide semiconductors.

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

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