Mg6H4O8 is a magnesium oxyhydride ceramic compound, likely a hydrated magnesium oxide phase that exists primarily in research and specialized applications rather than commodity use. This material belongs to the family of magnesium-based ceramics and hydroxides, which are studied for their potential in lightweight structural applications, thermal management, and as precursors for synthesizing high-performance magnesium oxides. The material's significance lies in its potential for low-density engineering where magnesium compounds offer advantages over traditional ceramics, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to fully dehydrated magnesium oxide or advanced magnesium alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 12,676.3 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,035.9 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.250 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.345 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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