ZnThO3 is a ternary oxide ceramic compound combining zinc and thorium oxides, representing a mixed-metal ceramic in the perovskite or related crystal structure family. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial production, with investigation focusing on its potential as a high-temperature structural ceramic, nuclear fuel matrix component, or dielectric material given thorium's nuclear applications and zinc oxide's semiconducting properties. Engineers would consider ZnThO3 in advanced ceramic applications where thermal stability, radiation resistance, or specific electronic/dielectric behavior are critical, though material maturity and cost-effectiveness relative to conventional alternatives like yttria-stabilized zirconia or alumina would require careful project-level assessment.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · PBE | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | -0.1050 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.064 | eV/atom | DFT |
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