Yb6U3O17 is a rare-earth uranium oxide ceramic compound combining ytterbium and uranium in an oxidized ceramic matrix, typically studied as a nuclear fuel form or actinide-bearing ceramic material. This compound belongs to the family of actinide ceramics and rare-earth compounds of primary interest in nuclear materials research, where it is investigated for potential applications in advanced nuclear fuel development, transmutation studies, and fundamental understanding of actinide-bearing ceramic behavior. The material's significance lies in its potential to improve nuclear fuel performance, dimensional stability, or waste form characteristics compared to conventional uranium dioxide or mixed oxide fuels.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |