Cd₄GdB₃O₁₀ is a cadmium gadolinium borate ceramic compound belonging to the rare-earth borate family of semiconductors. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for optoelectronic and photonic applications, where its combination of gadolinium (a lanthanide with strong magnetic and luminescent properties) and borate glass-forming chemistry offers potential for tunable band-gap behavior and scintillation properties. While not yet widely deployed in mainstream industrial production, compounds in this material class are of interest for radiation detection, optical sensing, and potentially phosphor applications where rare-earth-doped borates can provide enhanced light emission or radiation response.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.800 | eV | — |