Tm₄Ga₄O₁₂ is a rare-earth gallium oxide ceramic compound belonging to the family of garnet-structured oxides, combining thulium (a lanthanide) with gallium in a stoichiometric oxide matrix. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for photonic and optoelectronic applications, particularly where rare-earth-doped ceramics offer advantages in laser active media, scintillators, or luminescent devices. The thulium-gallium oxide system is explored for its potential as a host matrix for rare-earth ions, competing with more established platforms like YAG (yttrium aluminum garnet) in specialized infrared laser and radiation detection contexts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.929 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.974 | eV/atom | — |