Fe₈O₉ is a mixed-valence iron oxide ceramic compound belonging to the family of nonstoichiometric magnetite-derived phases, where iron exists in both +2 and +3 oxidation states. While primarily of research interest rather than widespread industrial use, this material is investigated for semiconductor and magnetic applications due to its electronic properties and potential catalytic behavior. Fe₈O₉ represents an intermediate phase in the iron oxide system and is notable for studying charge transfer mechanisms and magnetism in complex oxide structures, with potential relevance to emerging technologies in catalysis and sensing rather than conventional structural applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000400 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.118 | eV/atom | — |