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YAM


Properties and Data
Physical Properties
Composition
Y4Al2O9

Yttrium Aluminium Oxide
alt. Yttrium Aluminium Monoclinic
Density
4.56 g/cm3
Mohs Hardness
?
Melting Point
2020 °C (3668 °F)
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Optical Properties
Type
Biaxial (?)
Refractive Index
?
Dispersion Factor
?
Birefringence
?
Additional Information
This material is awaiting an article to be written...
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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