Yb₂ZnIr is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining ytterbium, zinc, and iridium elements. This is a research-phase material primarily investigated for high-temperature structural and functional applications where the combination of rare-earth (ytterbium) and noble-metal (iridium) chemistry offers potential for enhanced oxidation resistance and thermal stability. While not yet widely deployed in production, materials in this family are of interest to researchers exploring advanced ceramics for extreme environments where conventional oxides and carbides face limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4557 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5831 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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