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| name = Bismuth silicon oxide
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| formula = Bi<sub>12</sub>SiO<sub>20</sub>
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| molar_mass = 2710.5 g/mol
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| density = 9.2 g/cm<sup>3</sup>
| IUPAC_name = Bismuth silicon oxide
| melting_point = 890 °C
| other_names = Bismuth silicate
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'''Bismuth Silicon Oxide''', also known as '''BSO''', is a complex oxide material with the chemical formula Bi<sub>12</sub>SiO<sub>20</sub>. It is a member of the sillenite group of compounds and is known for its unique electro-optic and photorefractive properties.
'''Bismuth silicon oxide''' is a chemical compound composed of [[bismuth]], [[silicon]], and [[oxygen]]. It is known for its unique properties and applications in various fields, including [[optics]] and [[electronics]].


==Structure and Properties==
== Properties ==
Bismuth Silicon Oxide crystallizes in a cubic structure and belongs to the space group I23. The structure is characterized by a three-dimensional network of BiO<sub>6</sub> octahedra and SiO<sub>4</sub> tetrahedra. This arrangement gives BSO its distinctive optical properties.
Bismuth silicon oxide is a [[crystalline]] material that exhibits interesting [[optical properties]]. It is often used in [[nonlinear optics]] due to its ability to change the frequency of light passing through it. This makes it valuable in the development of [[laser]] technologies and other optical devices.


BSO is a photorefractive material, meaning it can change its refractive index in response to light. This property makes it useful in various optical applications, such as holography and optical data storage. The material also exhibits a high electro-optic coefficient, which is beneficial for modulating light in electro-optic devices.
== Applications ==
In the field of [[electronics]], bismuth silicon oxide is used as a [[dielectric material]] in [[capacitors]] and other components. Its high [[dielectric constant]] and low [[loss tangent]] make it suitable for these applications.


==Applications==
In [[medical imaging]], bismuth silicon oxide is sometimes used as a [[contrast agent]] due to its ability to enhance the quality of [[X-ray]] and [[CT scan]] images. This is particularly useful in [[diagnostic radiology]] where clear images are crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Bismuth Silicon Oxide is used in several advanced technological applications:


* '''Holography''': BSO's photorefractive properties make it ideal for recording and reconstructing holograms.
== Safety and Handling ==
* '''Optical Data Storage''': The ability to change refractive index with light allows for high-density data storage solutions.
As with many chemical compounds, proper safety measures should be taken when handling bismuth silicon oxide. It is important to follow [[Material Safety Data Sheet|MSDS]] guidelines to ensure safe usage and storage.
* '''Electro-optic Devices''': BSO is used in devices that require modulation of light, such as optical switches and modulators.


==Synthesis==
== See also ==
BSO can be synthesized using various methods, including the Czochralski process, which involves melting the constituent oxides and slowly cooling them to form single crystals. This method allows for the production of high-quality crystals suitable for optical applications.
* [[Bismuth oxide]]
* [[Silicon dioxide]]
* [[Nonlinear optics]]
* [[Dielectric materials]]


==See Also==
== References ==
* [[Photorefractive effect]]
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* [[Electro-optic effect]]
* [[Holography]]
* [[Optical data storage]]


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== External links ==
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* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Bismuth_silicon_oxide Bismuth silicon oxide on WikiMD]


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[[Category:Electro-optic materials]]
[[Category:Electronic materials]]
[[Category:Photorefractive materials]]
[[Category:Medical imaging]]

Revision as of 21:18, 27 December 2024


Bismuth silicon oxide is a chemical compound composed of bismuth, silicon, and oxygen. It is known for its unique properties and applications in various fields, including optics and electronics.

Properties

Bismuth silicon oxide is a crystalline material that exhibits interesting optical properties. It is often used in nonlinear optics due to its ability to change the frequency of light passing through it. This makes it valuable in the development of laser technologies and other optical devices.

Applications

In the field of electronics, bismuth silicon oxide is used as a dielectric material in capacitors and other components. Its high dielectric constant and low loss tangent make it suitable for these applications.

In medical imaging, bismuth silicon oxide is sometimes used as a contrast agent due to its ability to enhance the quality of X-ray and CT scan images. This is particularly useful in diagnostic radiology where clear images are crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Safety and Handling

As with many chemical compounds, proper safety measures should be taken when handling bismuth silicon oxide. It is important to follow MSDS guidelines to ensure safe usage and storage.

See also

References

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External links