K₂Ca₂Si₂H₂O₈ is a hydrated alkaline earth silicate ceramic compound containing potassium, calcium, and silicon with structural water. This material belongs to the family of calcium silicate hydrates and related zeolitic/microporous ceramics, which are of significant interest in cement chemistry, geopolymer development, and inorganic binder systems. Industrial applications center on construction materials, wastewater treatment media, and thermal/acoustic insulation products where the hydrated silicate structure provides low density, porosity, and chemical stability; researchers also investigate such compounds for carbon capture and as precursors to advanced refractory or adsorptive ceramics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.622 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.578 | eV/atom | — |