Mo₂N is a molybdenum nitride ceramic compound that combines metallic and ceramic properties, belonging to the refractory transition metal nitride family. It is primarily investigated in research and emerging industrial applications for catalysis, hard coatings, and high-temperature structural uses, where its hardness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance offer advantages over conventional molybdenum alloys and some ceramic alternatives. Engineers consider Mo₂N when extreme hardness, corrosion resistance in aggressive environments, or catalytic activity is required, particularly in applications where traditional steel or tungsten carbide face limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 9.375 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -6.073 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.00840 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3726 | eV/atom | — |