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The Ferrite Structure

Ferrite structure is what scientists refer to as a solid solution. This means that the crystal structure of the solvent (the substance in which another substance is dissolved) is unchanged by the solute (the substance dissolved). In the case of ferrites, the substances involved are usually both different forms of iron. The crystals comprising ferrite are cubic in structure.

History
- Although iron is one of the oldest metals known to man, the structure and properties of ferrites were not well understood until relatively recently. In the 1800s, the research of Pierre Curie and others brought crucial insights into the ferrite structure. Since then, further research has enabled the development of new and innovative ferrites.
Features
- Ferrite's structure is a body-centered cubic crystal structure. The atoms are connected together in such a way as to form a cube, with connections from each corner of the cube to a point in its center.
Uses
- Ferrite is a constituent of steel. The structure of ferrite makes it ideal for use as an inductor in electronic circuits. Ferrite beads are used to reduce noise in circuits and computer systems. Ferrite can also be powerfully magnetic.

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