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BGO-12


Properties and Data
Physical Properties
Composition
Bi4Ge3O12

Bismuth Germanium Oxide
alt. Bismuth Germanate
Density
7.12 - 7.13 g/cm3
Mohs Hardness
4.5 - 5
Crystal System
Isometric
Optical Properties
Type
Isotropic
Refractive Index
n = 2.09 - 2.15
Dispersion Factor
0.102

Additional Properties
Scintillescent
Peak: 480nm (Teal)
Output: 8,500ph/MeV
Additional Information
Otherwise known by BGO 3

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Variants and Types
(Undoped / Generic)
(Undoped)
Color: Colorless
Production and Synthesis
Czochralski Method
Czochralski Method
Involves pulling a crystal (boule) upward from a molten solution. Produces some of the purest crystals but requires a cleanroom environment.





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