ThMgO3 is a thorium-magnesium oxide ceramic compound that combines thorium dioxide with magnesium oxide in a perovskite or related crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest for nuclear applications and high-temperature environments, where thorium-containing ceramics are explored for their thermal stability, radiation resistance, and potential use in advanced nuclear fuel forms and refractory applications. Compared to conventional refractory oxides, thorium ceramics offer unique nuclear properties but remain largely experimental, with adoption limited by regulatory considerations around thorium handling and the maturity of conventional alternatives in established industries.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 5.339 | eV | DFT · PBE | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.599 | eV/atom | DFT |
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