Ce₁Th₂O₆ is a mixed rare-earth oxide ceramic compound combining cerium and thorium oxides, belonging to the fluorite-related oxide family of materials. This composition is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in nuclear fuel cycles, high-temperature ceramics, and advanced refractory systems where the combined properties of rare-earth and actinide oxides are exploited. The material's relevance stems from its thermal stability and potential use in specialized nuclear, aerospace, or extreme-environment applications where conventional ceramics reach performance limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 27,547.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 12,931.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.131 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -4.007 | eV/atom | — |