Ca4Si2O8 is a calcium silicate ceramic compound that belongs to the family of silicate minerals and is structurally related to phases found in Portland cement clinker. This material is primarily encountered in cement chemistry and concrete research rather than as a standalone engineered ceramic, where it contributes to the hydration and strength-development mechanisms in portland cement-based systems. Engineers select calcium silicate phases for applications requiring high-temperature stability, low-cost bulk production, and durability in moisture-rich environments, making it relevant to construction materials, concrete composites, and infrastructure applications where long-term chemical stability is critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,934.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,289.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.507 range 4.499–4.515median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.218 range -3.266–-3.169median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |