MgZr2 is an intermetallic compound composed of magnesium and zirconium, belonging to the family of lightweight metallic compounds with potential for structural and functional applications. While not widely commercialized as a primary structural material, this compound is primarily of research interest for its combination of low density with zirconium's corrosion resistance and strength characteristics, making it relevant for advanced aerospace and biomedical engineering studies. Engineers would consider MgZr2 in weight-critical applications or specialized environments where magnesium's lightness must be paired with enhanced thermal stability or corrosion protection from the zirconium phase.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1779 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.04040 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.04039 | eV/atom | — |