LaIr₂ is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining lanthanum and iridium, belonging to the rare-earth intermetallic family. This material is primarily of research interest for high-temperature applications and advanced functional devices, where its combination of refractory character and metallic bonding provides potential advantages in extreme environments. LaIr₂ and related rare-earth iridium compounds are being investigated for catalytic, electronic, and structural applications where thermal stability and unique electronic properties are advantageous over conventional ceramics or metals.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.5391 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries | -0.8042 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
| ↳ | -0.6519 | eV/atom | Measured |
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