U₁Ta₂O₈ is a complex uranium-tantalum oxide ceramic compound, part of the family of mixed-metal oxides used in advanced refractory and nuclear applications. This material combines uranium and tantalum oxides to achieve enhanced thermal stability and resistance to oxidation at extreme temperatures, making it relevant for specialized high-temperature and nuclear fuel-related research contexts. While not a commodity ceramic, compounds in this family are investigated for their potential in nuclear fuel matrices, refractory linings in extreme environments, and materials requiring chemical inertness to aggressive media.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.688 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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