Prediction of radon-silica systems in the Earth's mantle

Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics 2026

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Authors: Kai Hu, Yixing Geng, Yanying Zhao, Yuqiu Gu, Jinqing Yu, Xueqing Yan
DOI: 10.1039/d5cp04681e
Cited by: 0
References: 47

Abstract

First-principles calculations show that radon and silica form stable Fd 3̄ m and P 4 1 phases under mantle conditions, indicating silica can act as a radon reservoir.

Fields of Study & Subjects

High-pressure geophysics and materials Geological and Geochemical Analysis Astro and Planetary Science

Publication details

Journal / source
Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
Volume
28
Issue
5
Pages
3255–3261
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN