Mg₁Ca₁Ni₄ is an intermetallic compound combining magnesium, calcium, and nickel in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of multi-element metallic compounds and is primarily of research interest rather than an established commercial alloy. The combination of these elements—particularly magnesium's low density with nickel's strength and calcium's biocompatibility potential—positions this compound for investigation in lightweight structural applications and biomedical contexts, though industrial adoption remains limited and material behavior is not yet standardized for engineering design.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2770 | eV/atom | — |