Potassium zirconium borate (K₂ZrB₂O₆) is an inorganic ceramic compound combining zirconium oxide, boric oxide, and potassium components, likely explored as an advanced oxide ceramic material. This compound family is primarily of research interest for applications requiring thermal stability, chemical resistance, or specialized optical/electronic properties that benefit from zirconium's refractory characteristics and borate glass-forming behavior. Compared to conventional zirconias or borosilicates, zirconium borate materials offer potential for tailored thermal expansion and chemical durability, though industrial adoption remains limited and material performance must be validated for specific engineering contexts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.575 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.843 | eV/atom | — |