Th2Cl8 is a thorium chloride-based ceramic compound that belongs to the family of actinide halide ceramics, primarily of academic and research interest rather than established industrial production. This material is studied for potential applications in nuclear fuel cycles, refractory systems, and solid-state chemistry contexts where thorium compounds offer thermal stability and chemical durability. While not widely deployed in conventional engineering, thorium halide ceramics represent an emerging material class for specialized nuclear and high-temperature applications where their resistance to chemical attack and thermal properties may provide advantages over traditional alternatives.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 33.54 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 16.25 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.034 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.271 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
Reference data from cited sources. Not verified or certified by MatWorld Inc. Verify against the source before use in design. Terms: engineering data