Boron single-element material
Boron single-element material material properties: Density 2.34 g/cm3, Young's modulus 320 GPa, Thermal conductivity 27 W/mK Typical uses include B4C...
Overview
ceramic · metalloid / neutron absorber — Single-element material record; engineering behavior depends strongly on isotope, purity, phase, form, and processing route
Grade designation: Boron single-element material · Standard codes: Element 5 B
B; single-element material entry for periodic-table-based material search
Single-element material record. Use linked references and material-specific datasheets for grade-level design values.
Key material properties
| Density | 2.34 g/cm3 |
|---|---|
| Young's modulus | 320 GPa |
| Thermal conductivity | 27 W/mK |
| Heat resistance / melting point | 2076 C (melting point for solids unless noted by phase/use) |
Typical uses
- B4C feedstock
- boron fiber
- neutron absorber
- glass/ceramic additive
Frequently asked questions
What is the density of Boron single-element material?
The density of Boron single-element material is 2.34 g/cm3.
What is Boron single-element material used for?
Boron single-element material is typically used for B4C feedstock, boron fiber, neutron absorber and glass/ceramic additive.
What condition does Boron single-element material refer to?
Boron single-element material refers to the "Single element" condition: Single-element material record; engineering behavior depends strongly on isotope, purity, phase, form, and processing route.
What category of material is Boron single-element material?
Boron single-element material is categorized as ceramic (family: metalloid / neutron absorber).
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References
- Boron — PubChem compound entry (PubChem (NCBI))