Cr₆N₈ is a chromium nitride ceramic compound classified as a semiconductor, representing a member of the transition metal nitride family. This material is of particular research interest for its potential hardness and thermal stability, typical of chromium nitride phases, though Cr₆N₈ itself remains primarily in the experimental and developmental stage rather than established industrial production. Its semiconductor behavior distinguishes it from purely refractory ceramic nitrides, suggesting potential applications in electronic or optoelectronic device development where high hardness and chemical inertness are combined with controlled electrical properties.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 41,882.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 18,341.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01720 range 0.00590–0.02850median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3855 range -0.4050–-0.3660median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |