Magnesium tungstate (MgWO₄) is an inorganic ceramic semiconductor compound combining magnesium and tungsten oxide phases. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for photocatalytic and optoelectronic applications, where its semiconductor properties enable light-driven chemical processes and potential UV-visible light absorption. Industrial adoption remains limited, but the material family shows promise in environmental remediation (photodegradation of pollutants), photovoltaic device development, and scintillation detection—areas where engineers seek alternatives to more toxic or costly semiconducting ceramics.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 26,390.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 8,950.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00250 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.116 | eV/atom | — |