Chromium silicate (Cr₂Si₂O₁₀) is a ceramic semiconductor compound combining chromium and silicon oxide phases, primarily investigated in research contexts for potential high-temperature and refractory applications. This material belongs to the mixed-metal silicate family and is notable for its potential thermal stability and hardness characteristics, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to established alternatives like alumina or silicon carbide. Its semiconductor classification suggests potential utility in niche electronic or sensing applications at elevated temperatures, though practical engineering use cases remain largely exploratory.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 7,421.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,305.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.7947 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.053 | eV/atom | — |