Calcium iodide (CaI₂) is an inorganic ionic ceramic compound belonging to the halide family, characterized by its crystalline structure and moderate mechanical properties. While not a common structural ceramic in mainstream engineering, CaI₂ has niche applications in specialized fields including scintillation detection, X-ray imaging phosphors, and as a hygroscopic drying agent in industrial processes. Its primary appeal lies in its optical and radiation-interaction properties rather than load-bearing capability, making it relevant for researchers and engineers working in nuclear instrumentation, medical imaging, or advanced materials development rather than conventional structural applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 1,989.9 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.4400 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 288.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.09462 | 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) | 0.4959 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7955 | eV/atom | — |