U2 O4
semiconductor· U2 O4
U₂O₄ is a uranium oxide ceramic compound belonging to the family of actinide oxides, with potential applications in nuclear fuel and advanced materials research. This material has been studied primarily in nuclear engineering and materials science contexts for its thermal and mechanical properties relevant to fuel systems and radiation-resistant applications. The compound represents an intermediate oxidation state in the uranium-oxygen system, making it of interest for researchers exploring alternative nuclear fuel formulations and fundamental studies of actinide material behavior.
nuclear fuel researchactinide ceramicsradiation-resistant materialshigh-temperature oxidic compoundsmaterials science experimentation
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 165.9 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 68.55 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00100 | eV | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.379 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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