Phase Relations in Gd$\text{}_{2}$O$\text{}_{3}$-CeO$\text{}_{2}$-CuO System at 980°C. Part I

Phase equilibria in Gd$\text{}_{2}$O$\text{}_{3}$-CeO$\text{}_{2}$-CuO system were studied based on samples obtained from appropriate mixtures of the starting components, prepared by a conventional solid state reaction in air. The phase relations prevalent in this system have been deduced based on X-ray diffraction of well-equilibrated samples. An isothermal cross-section diagram through the system at 980°C is presented and chemical constitution of the Ce-doped Gd$\text{}_{2}$CuO$\text{}_{4}$ phase is proposed.