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.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4703 | 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) | 0.5091 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2006 | eV/atom | — |