Mg4Zn2B4Ir10 is an experimental intermetallic ceramic compound combining magnesium, zinc, boron, and iridium. This quaternary system is primarily a research material rather than an established engineering commodity; compounds in this family are investigated for potential high-temperature applications and specialized electronic or catalytic properties that leverage the refractory nature of iridium and the ceramic bonding characteristics of boron. Engineers would consider this material only in advanced research contexts where its unique elemental combination addresses a specific functional requirement not met by conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4530 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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