Mg4H8 is a magnesium hydride compound classified as a semiconductor, representing a member of the metal hydride material family with potential applications in hydrogen storage and energy conversion systems. This is primarily a research-phase material studied for its electronic and hydrogen-handling properties rather than a widely commercialized industrial material. The magnesium hydride family is of interest to materials engineers exploring advanced energy storage solutions, particularly in contexts where lightweight hydrogen carriers and solid-state hydrogen management are critical design requirements.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 7,919.1 range 7,144–8,694.1median of 2 measurements | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,680.4 range 4,204.2–5,156.5median of 2 measurements | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.177 range 2.371–3.983median of 2 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2415 range -0.2950–-0.1880median of 2 measurements | eV/atom | — |