Y2S2O

Y2S2O is a semiconducting oxysulfide compound that is theoretically stable and of interest for specialized electronic material research.

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Crystal structure of Y2S2O
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Y2S2O

Y2S2O is a semiconducting oxysulfide that bridges the properties of rare-earth oxides and sulfides. Its unique composition makes it a subject of interest for researchers investigating new functional materials that require specific electronic behavior and structural integrity. As a near-hull compound, it is considered a prime candidate for experimental synthesis. The existence of multiple reported structures across various databases underscores its potential for structural versatility in solid-state chemistry.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Y2S2O, aggregated across 4 databases.

Band Gap

2.56 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.011 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

6
4 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Y2S2O is used.

Semiconductor researchSolid-state chemistry studiesFunctional material development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Y2S2O, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Y2S2O?

Y2S2O is a semiconducting oxysulfide compound that is theoretically stable and of interest for specialized electronic material research.

More questions
What is Y2S2O used for?
Y2S2O is used in semiconductor research, solid-state chemistry studies, and functional material development.
What is the band gap of Y2S2O?
Y2S2O has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.56 eV across 6 reported structures.
Is Y2S2O a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.56 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Y2S2O thermodynamically stable?
Y2S2O has a lowest energy above hull of 0.011 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of Y2S2O are known?
6 structures of Y2S2O are reported across 4 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Y2S2O contain?
Y2S2O contains O, S, and Y (3 elements).
Where does the data for Y2S2O come from?
Y2S2O data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a specialized oxysulfide, Y2S2O occupies a distinct niche in materials science. While many rare-earth compounds are well-documented, this specific stoichiometry represents a less-explored frontier, offering a unique electronic profile that sets it apart from more common binary oxides or sulfides.

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

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