MgSiO₃ (magnesium silicate) is a ceramic compound belonging to the silicate family, existing naturally as the mineral enstatite and synthesized for engineered applications. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest for high-temperature structural applications, optical components, and as a precursor phase in refractory systems; it is notable for its thermal stability and relatively low density compared to traditional ceramic alternatives, though it remains less commonly used than alumina or zirconia in mainstream engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 34,490 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 21,198.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.921 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.555 | eV/atom | — |