LiBe2Au
metalLiBe₂Au is an intermetallic compound combining lithium, beryllium, and gold—a rare metal system that sits at the intersection of lightweight and precious metal chemistry. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in specialized aerospace, electronics, or advanced structural applications where the unique combination of low density (from lithium and beryllium) and gold's chemical stability could offer advantages. Engineers would consider this compound in contexts requiring corrosion resistance, thermal stability, or specific electronic properties that justify the cost and complexity of synthesis, though current availability and scalability remain significant practical limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |