Y2SeO2

Y2SeO2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of yttrium, selenium, and oxygen.

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Crystal structure of Y2SeO2
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Y2SeO2

Y2SeO2 is a thermodynamically stable inorganic compound that sits firmly on the convex hull, indicating robust structural integrity. As a semiconducting material, it offers a distinct electronic profile that makes it a subject of interest for researchers investigating new functional solids.

With multiple reported structures across various databases, this material is well-documented for its compositional stability. Its unique combination of yttrium, selenium, and oxygen suggests potential utility in specialized electronic or optoelectronic device development.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Y2SeO2, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

1.79–2.16 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

10
3 databases, 6 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Y2SeO2 is used.

Semiconductor researchMaterials science developmentElectronic device prototyping
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Y2SeO2, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Y2SeO2?

Y2SeO2 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting compound composed of yttrium, selenium, and oxygen.

More questions
What is Y2SeO2 used for?
Y2SeO2 is used in semiconductor research, materials science development, and electronic device prototyping.
What is the band gap of Y2SeO2?
Y2SeO2 has a DFT-computed band gap of 1.79–2.16 eV across 10 reported structures.
Is Y2SeO2 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.16 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Y2SeO2 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Y2SeO2 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Y2SeO2 are known?
10 structures of Y2SeO2 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 6 distinct space groups.
What elements does Y2SeO2 contain?
Y2SeO2 contains O, Se, and Y (3 elements).
Where does the data for Y2SeO2 come from?
Y2SeO2 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a distinct member of its chemical family, Y2SeO2 represents a stable semiconducting phase that serves as a baseline for understanding the structural and electronic behavior of yttrium-based chalcogenide-oxides.

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

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