Mo2N2 is a molybdenum nitride ceramic compound that exists primarily in research and experimental contexts rather than as an established commercial material. This material belongs to the transition metal nitride family, which is valued for hardness, chemical stability, and metallic conductivity—properties that make these compounds attractive for applications requiring wear resistance and thermal stability. Mo2N2 and related molybdenum nitrides are being investigated for catalytic applications (particularly hydrogen evolution reactions), protective coatings, and advanced structural components, though widespread industrial adoption remains limited compared to established alternatives like MoN or Ti-based nitrides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 206.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 112.0 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00940 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3040 | eV/atom | — |