Na2CrN2 is an experimental metal nitride compound containing sodium and chromium, representing an emerging class of materials in high-entropy and complex nitride research. While not yet established in mainstream engineering applications, materials in this family are being investigated for potential use in hard coatings, energy storage systems, and refractory applications due to their potential for high hardness and thermal stability. The material's development is primarily in the research phase, with interest driven by the broader push toward nitrogen-stabilized metallic systems that could offer alternatives to conventional tool steels and ceramic coatings.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 3.153 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 1.303 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.07650 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2438 | eV/atom | — |