K8Co4Cl16 is a mixed-metal chloride compound containing potassium and cobalt, belonging to the family of transition-metal halides. This appears to be a research or specialty compound rather than a conventional engineering material, likely of interest in coordination chemistry, catalysis research, or advanced materials synthesis. The cobalt-chloride coordination framework suggests potential applications in catalytic processes, magnetic materials, or as a precursor in materials processing, though industrial adoption remains limited and the compound should be evaluated primarily in experimental contexts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.461 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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