O14Pr6Ta2 is an intermetallic compound combining praseodymium and tantalum in an oxygen-stabilized matrix, belonging to the family of rare-earth transition metal oxides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural ceramics and electronic devices where rare-earth elements provide thermal stability and tantalum contributes refractory properties. The compound's development reflects ongoing exploration of mixed-metal oxides for extreme-environment applications where conventional alloys reach performance limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.412 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.517 | eV/atom | — |