Cadmium hydroxide, Cd(OH)₂, is an inorganic ceramic compound composed of cadmium and hydroxide ions, typically appearing as a white or colorless crystalline solid. While cadmium compounds have historical use in pigments, coatings, and certain electrochemical applications, Cd(OH)₂ is not commonly specified as a primary material in modern engineering practice due to cadmium's toxicity and environmental regulatory restrictions in most developed markets. Current research interest in cadmium hydroxides centers on niche applications in flame retardants, battery materials, and photocatalytic compounds, though these remain largely experimental or phase-out scenarios rather than growth applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Piezoelectric Modulus(eij) | 0.8759 | C/m² | — | ||
Piezoelectric Stress Tensor(eij) | Matrix (redacted) | C/m² | — |