Li₄Mg₁Co₃O₈ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor compound combining lithium, magnesium, and cobalt in a complex spinel or layered oxide structure. This is an experimental research material rather than an established commercial compound, primarily investigated for energy storage and electrochemical applications where the combination of lithium mobility and cobalt's redox activity offer potential advantages in battery cathode or anode systems. The material family is notable for exploring alternatives to purely lithium-cobalt oxides by incorporating magnesium for cost reduction, structural stabilization, and tuned electrochemical performance in lithium-ion or next-generation battery chemistries.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 21,112.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 13,404.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.9247 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.870 | eV/atom | — |