Ba₄PIr is an experimental mixed-metal ceramic compound containing barium, phosphorus, and iridium. This material belongs to the family of high-density intermetallic ceramics and ternary oxide/phosphide phases, which are primarily investigated in research settings for their potential in high-temperature and catalytic applications. The inclusion of iridium—a platinum-group refractory metal—suggests this compound may offer exceptional thermal stability and chemical inertness, making it a candidate for specialized applications where conventional ceramics or refractory metals fall short, though industrial deployment remains limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2255 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 1.173 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.6785 | eV/atom | — |