Chromium sesquioxide (Cr₃O₄) is a mixed-valence ceramic oxide combining chromium in both +2 and +3 oxidation states, forming a spinel-related structure. It appears in high-temperature oxidation protection systems and specialized refractory applications where chromium's strong oxide stability is leveraged, though it is less common than pure Cr₂O₃ in industrial practice. This material is notable for its potential in thermal barrier coatings and corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures, particularly in research contexts exploring alternative chromium ceramic phases for specific high-temperature environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1798 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1995 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.806 | eV/atom | — |