Mg2CdAg is an intermetallic compound composed of magnesium, cadmium, and silver, representing a specialized ternary metal system with potential structural applications in lightweight and intermediate-temperature regimes. This material exists primarily in research and experimental contexts rather than established industrial production; it belongs to the family of magnesium-based intermetallics that are of interest for aerospace and automotive applications where weight reduction and elevated-temperature performance are valued. The combination of these elements suggests investigation into phase stability, mechanical behavior, and potential use in niche applications where conventional lightweight alloys reach performance limits, though cadmium's toxicity and restricted use in many jurisdictions may limit practical deployment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 58.04 | GPa | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3700 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 26.71 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 5.736 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1779 | eV/atom | — |