Sr10Sn4P12 is a strontium tin phosphate ceramic compound belonging to the apatite or phosphate ceramic family. This material is primarily of research interest for biomedical applications, particularly as a bone substitute or bioactive ceramic scaffold, where strontium incorporation is valued for promoting bone formation and reducing bone resorption. The material represents an emerging class of phosphate-based ceramics that combine the biocompatibility of calcium phosphates with strontium's osteogenic benefits, though industrial-scale applications remain limited compared to established alternatives like hydroxyapatite.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9710 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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