Na8B4H4O12 is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the borate hydrate family, combining sodium, boron, hydrogen, and oxygen into a crystalline structure. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than mainstream engineering use, with applications in advanced ceramics, thermal management systems, and potentially as a precursor for boron-containing functional materials. It represents the broader class of hydrated borates, which are valued for their thermal stability, chemical resistance, and potential use in high-temperature or chemically aggressive environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.159 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.024 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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