Nd₄Th₄O₁₄ is a rare-earth thorium oxide ceramic compound combining neodymium and thorium in a mixed-valence oxide structure. This material belongs to the family of lanthanide-actinide ceramics and is primarily investigated in research contexts for nuclear fuel applications, refractory systems, and solid-state chemistry studies rather than established commercial engineering applications. The combination of thorium and neodymium oxides suggests potential utility in high-temperature nuclear environments or specialized refractory applications where thermal stability and radiation resistance are critical design requirements.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.837 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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