Mg1 B2

semiconductor

· Mg1 B2

MgB₂ is an intermetallic compound composed of magnesium and boron, classified as a semiconductor with potential superconducting properties at cryogenic temperatures. It is primarily studied in research contexts as a candidate material for superconducting applications, particularly in high-field magnets and electrical transmission systems, where it offers advantages over conventional superconductors in terms of cost and manufacturing scalability. Engineers and researchers are interested in MgB₂ because it demonstrates superconductivity above the boiling point of liquid hydrogen, making it more practical than many competing materials for specialized electromagnetic and energy applications.

superconducting magnetsMRI and NMR systemshigh-energy physics applicationspower transmission cablescryogenic electronicsresearch-phase materials

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	155.4	GPa	—
Shear Modulus(G)	133.9	GPa	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.01080	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.1940	eV/atom	—

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Mg1 B2

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