Mg4Co4O8 is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor combining magnesium and cobalt in a spinel or related crystal structure. This is primarily a research-phase material explored for its potential in energy storage, catalysis, and electronic device applications where the combined properties of these transition metal oxides offer unique electrochemical or magnetic characteristics. While not yet widely commercialized, materials in this family are of interest to researchers developing next-generation batteries, supercapacitors, and catalytic systems where cobalt oxide provides activity and magnesium contributes structural stability and cost advantages.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 94.10 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5.500 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.753 | eV/atom | — |