Holmium oxide (Ho₂O₃) is a rare-earth ceramic compound belonging to the lanthanide oxide family, characterized by high melting point and chemical stability. It is employed in specialized applications including neutron absorption in nuclear reactor control systems, phosphor materials in optical devices, and as a dopant in laser crystals for medical and industrial laser systems. Engineers select holmium oxide primarily for its exceptional thermal stability and unique optical properties in high-performance applications where standard ceramics are insufficient.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 23,141.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 10,145.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.342 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.819 | eV/atom | — |