EuCl₂ (europium dichloride) is an ionic ceramic compound belonging to the lanthanide halide family, composed of europium metal and chlorine. This material is primarily investigated in research and specialty applications rather than widespread industrial use, with interest driven by europium's unique optical and magnetic properties. The compound is notable for potential applications in luminescent devices, optical coatings, and specialized electronic materials where europium's rare-earth characteristics can be leveraged, though it remains less common than oxides or fluorides of similar lanthanides in mature engineering applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 7,118.5 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3400 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,308.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1579 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1219 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.008 | eV/atom | — |