Mg₆B₄O₁₂ is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the magnesium borate family, which are known for their structural rigidity and thermal stability. While not a widely commercialized engineering material, magnesium borates are primarily investigated for refractory applications, thermal insulation systems, and specialized coatings where chemical inertness and mechanical strength at elevated temperatures are required. This composition represents the broader class of borate ceramics that show promise as alternatives to traditional silicate-based refractories in high-temperature industrial environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 132.1 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 84.43 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 5.694 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.891 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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