Re₄O₈ is a rhenium oxide ceramic compound, representing a mixed-valence transition metal oxide within the rhenium-oxygen system. This material is primarily studied in research contexts for its potential in catalysis, electronic applications, and high-temperature ceramics, where rhenium oxides are valued for their thermal stability and redox properties. Re₄O₈ and related rhenium oxide phases are notable alternatives to other transition metal oxides in applications requiring exceptional thermal stability and catalytic activity, though practical engineering use remains limited compared to more commercially established ceramic systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.623 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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