Pr₄B₁₆ is a rare-earth boride intermetallic compound combining praseodymium with boron in a 1:4 stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the rare-earth boride family, which has been investigated primarily in research contexts for high-temperature structural applications and electronic materials due to the refractory nature of boride phases and the unique electronic properties imparted by praseodymium. Rare-earth borides are of interest as potential candidates for advanced ceramics, neutron absorption materials, and specialized electronic or magnetic applications, though Pr₄B₁₆ remains largely in the experimental phase with limited commercial deployment compared to more established rare-earth compounds.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00660 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5660 | eV/atom | — |