Cl₄Ca₂ is a calcium chloride-based ceramic compound with a ionic crystal structure, belonging to the halide ceramic family. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, studied for potential applications in advanced ceramic composites and specialty chemical processing where its ionic bonding characteristics and thermal stability may offer advantages. Engineers would consider this compound in specialized contexts such as high-temperature environments or chemical compatibility requirements, though its brittleness and moisture sensitivity typical of halide ceramics limit broader structural applications compared to oxide or carbide alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 5,295.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,307.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 5.289 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.526 | eV/atom | — |