TlSbS2

TlSbS2 is a stable, semiconducting ternary sulfide compound characterized by diverse structural forms.

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Crystal structure of TlSbS2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About TlSbS2

TlSbS2 is a ternary chalcogenide that exists as a thermodynamically stable phase on the convex hull. Its semiconducting electronic character makes it a subject of interest for researchers investigating complex sulfide systems with tunable physical properties. The compound has been characterized across multiple structural configurations, reflecting a rich landscape of atomic arrangements. Its stability and electronic nature suggest it may serve as a foundational material for exploring optoelectronic or thermoelectric phenomena in specialized inorganic frameworks.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for TlSbS2, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

0.90–1.66 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

15
4 databases, 4 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where TlSbS2 is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state chemistryOptoelectronic material development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TlSbS2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is TlSbS2?

TlSbS2 is a stable, semiconducting ternary sulfide compound characterized by diverse structural forms.

More questions
What is TlSbS2 used for?
TlSbS2 is used in semiconductor research, solid-state chemistry, and optoelectronic material development.
What is the band gap of TlSbS2?
TlSbS2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.90–1.66 eV across 15 reported structures.
Is TlSbS2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 1.66 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is TlSbS2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — TlSbS2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of TlSbS2 are known?
15 structures of TlSbS2 are reported across 4 databases, spanning 4 distinct space groups.
What elements does TlSbS2 contain?
TlSbS2 contains S, Sb, and Tl (3 elements).
Where does the data for TlSbS2 come from?
TlSbS2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct ternary sulfide, TlSbS2 occupies a unique position within the broader landscape of chalcogenide semiconductors. It represents a stable stoichiometric point in the thallium-antimony-sulfur system, serving as a reference for understanding how heavy metal cations influence the electronic band structure and lattice dynamics in similar sulfide-based materials.

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

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