Be2HgIr

ceramic
· JVASP-74431· Be2HgIr

Be₂HgIr is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining beryllium, mercury, and iridium—a research-stage material that belongs to the family of ternary metal ceramics. This composition is primarily of scientific and exploratory interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in high-density, specialized ceramic systems where the unique combination of a refractory metal (iridium) with beryllium's lightness offers novel property profiles. The material's extreme density and metal-ceramic hybrid character make it relevant for emerging applications in extreme environments, though practical engineering use remains limited pending further development and characterization.

research and developmenthigh-density ceramicsaerospace advanced materialsextreme environment applicationsintermetallic compoundsmaterials science experimentation

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
0.4703
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.5091
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.2006
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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