This is magnesium chloride hydroxide hydrate (also known as magnesium oxychloride or MOC), a ceramic compound formed through the reaction of magnesium oxide or hydroxide with magnesium chloride and water. It is a non-traditional ceramic that belongs to the family of chemically bonded ceramics, distinct from conventional fired ceramics, and is primarily investigated for its potential in sustainable construction and biomedical applications. The material is valued in niche industrial applications for its room-temperature curing, relative ease of formulation, and potential for incorporating recycled or waste materials, making it notable as a lower-energy alternative to Portland cement in certain composite systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 5.059 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.171 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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