Ca₂GaSi₂O₇ is a calcium gallium silicate ceramic compound belonging to the family of rare-earth-doped or transition-metal-doped silicates used in photonic and luminescent applications. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for solid-state lighting, particularly as a host lattice for phosphors in LEDs and scintillation devices, where gallium incorporation can modify optical properties and thermal stability compared to conventional silicate ceramics. Its selection over simpler silicates is driven by the ability to fine-tune emission wavelengths and quenching resistance through dopant choice, making it relevant for engineers developing advanced light sources or radiation detection systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 3.300 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.2230 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1177 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.801 | eV/atom | — |