Na₄Zn₂Si₄O₁₂ is a mixed-metal silicate ceramic compound combining sodium, zinc, and silicon oxides in a structured crystalline framework. This material belongs to the family of zeolitic or microporous silicates, which are primarily of research interest for potential applications in ion exchange, catalysis, and gas adsorption rather than established industrial production. The zinc-substituted sodium silicate structure is notable for combining alkali-metal and transition-metal cations within a silicate lattice, making it a candidate for fundamental studies in ceramic ion conductivity and selective adsorption processes.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.817 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.461 | eV/atom | — |