VOF

VOF is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting inorganic compound known for its diverse structural arrangements.

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

About VOF

VOF is a distinct inorganic compound characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. As a thermodynamically stable phase residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural configuration within its chemical system.

With a significant number of reported structures across major databases, this material is a focal point for researchers investigating vanadium-based oxyfluorides. Its stability suggests potential for integration into functional electronic or electrochemical devices where reliable material performance is required.

At a glance

Key Properties

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

Band Gap

0.58–2.79 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

142
3 databases, 21 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where VOF is used.

Materials science researchSolid-state electronic device developmentVanadium-based chemical synthesis
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is VOF?

VOF is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting inorganic compound known for its diverse structural arrangements.

More questions
What is VOF used for?
VOF is used in materials science research, solid-state electronic device development, and vanadium-based chemical synthesis.
What is the band gap of VOF?
VOF has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.58–2.79 eV across 142 reported structures.
Is VOF a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.79 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is VOF thermodynamically stable?
Yes — VOF sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of VOF are known?
142 structures of VOF are reported across 3 databases, spanning 21 distinct space groups.
What elements does VOF contain?
VOF contains F, O, and V (3 elements).
Where does the data for VOF come from?
VOF data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a unique inorganic compound, VOF serves as a foundational reference point for understanding the interplay between vanadium, oxygen, and fluorine in solid-state chemistry. Its position on the convex hull establishes it as a baseline for structural stability in this chemical family.

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

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