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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daniil Salionov, Olesya O. Semivrazhskaya, Nicola P. M. Casati, Marco Ranocchiari, Sasa Bjelic, Rene Verel, Jeroen A. van Bokhoven, Vitaly L. Sushkevich
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with their vast structural and chemical diversity hold great potential for designing materials with tailored properties. However, the synthesis of MOFs remains challenging due to a lack of understanding of their formation mechanisms. This study presents a detailed molecular-level mechanism for the formation of MIL-53(Al), shedding light on the complexity of MOF crystallization chemistry.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huanan Zhao, Zipeng Xing, Siyi Su, Sijia Song, Zhenzi Li, Wei Zhou
Summary: NH2-MIL-53(Al)/CdS p-n heterojunctions were fabricated using a simple two-step hydrothermal method, showing high photocatalytic efficiency for Cr(VI) reduction and trichlorophenol removal under visible light irradiation. The efficient charge transfer and spatial charge separation in the heterojunctions, along with the unique mesoporous structure, contribute to the excellent photocatalytic activity.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Afsaneh Arshadi Edlo, Kamran Akhbari
Summary: This study investigates the use of self-degrading metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with encapsulated antibacterial materials for synergistic antibacterial effects. MIL-53(Fe) was chosen for its surface area and pore structure, and nanocomposites containing metal oxides ([CuO]1.3@MIL-53(Fe) and [ZnO]1.05@MIL-53(Fe)) were prepared. The composites demonstrated successful synthesis and showed antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
APPLIED ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Oana Grad, Gabriela Blanita, Mihaela D. Lazar, Maria Mihet
Summary: Using water as the only solvent combined with the double-solvent method for Ni nanoparticle deposition resulted in Ni/MIL-53-Al2O3 catalyst with superior thermal stability and MIL-53-Al2O3 samples combining features of both MIL-53 and alumina. The study indicated that Ni/MIL-53 is more active below 300°C while Ni/MIL-53-Al2O3 is more active above 300°C in the methanation process.
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Crystallography
Quang K. Nguyen, Galina M. Kuz'micheva, Evgeny Khramov, Roman D. Svetogorov, Ratibor G. Chumakov, Thuy T. Cao
Summary: This article presents a crystal chemical analysis, generalization, and systematization of structural characteristics of metal-organic polymers MIL-53(M3+). The study divided the MIL-53(M3+) structures into a morphotropic series, predicting the formation of new compounds or solid solutions. Experimental data confirmed the different coordination numbers and formal charges of iron ions in MIL-53(Fe) and MIL-53(Fe3+)/GO, explaining the higher photocatalytic activity of the latter in photo-Fenton reactions.
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Chemistry, Physical
Yucai Liang, Jiahao Lu, Yilie Zhao, Rentian Chen, Xingtong Guo, Mengting Wang, Sijia Wang, Qing Huang, Wenjia Zhao, Changchun Xu, Tao Wei
Summary: Transition metal oxides (TMOs) have high theoretical specific capacity and are considered as promising alternatives to carbon-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries. However, they suffer from rapid capacity fading during cycling. This study successfully synthesized FeMoO4/Fe2O3-NC nanocomposites, which exhibit exceptional cycling stability and rate capability.
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Engineering, Environmental
Yue Wang, Zhiyi Zhou, Yuzhi Lin, Yongzheng Zhang, Peiyan Bi, Qiqi Jing, Yidong Luo, Zhaodi Sun, Jiajun Liao, Zhi Gao
Summary: This study successfully achieves the heterogenization of homogeneous Ni-based molecular catalyst with the solid Fe-MIL-53-NH2 framework by covalently grafting, effectively integrating the advantages of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. Electrochemical results indicate that the overpotential in NiN2Cl2@Fe-MIL-53 for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is significantly lower than that in Fe-MIL-53-NH2, confirming the key active sites of the Ni-based molecular catalyst. Kinetic analysis shows that the Eapp in the Ni-based molecular catalyst is much lower than that in NiN2Cl2@Fe-MIL-53, demonstrating the improved OER activity by regulating the rate-determining step with the incorporation of the Ni-based molecular catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Kaifei Chen, Ranjeet Singh, Jining Guo, Yalou Guo, Ali Zavabeti, Qinfen Gu, Randall Q. Snurr, Paul A. Webley, Gang Kevin Li
Summary: This study demonstrates for the first time that gas adsorption in microporous materials can be regulated by a moderate external electric field, providing a new method for controlling gas adsorption.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanan Li, Dandan Jia, Zhiping Tao, Jie Zhao
Summary: Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) have gained wide attention in the field of catalysis, and heat treatment can enhance their structural stability and electrical conductivity, leading to improved catalytic performance.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Narmin Noorani, Abbas Mehrdad
Summary: To enhance the CO2/N-2 separation performance of MOFs, the researchers impregnated amine functionalized deep eutectic solvents (DESs) into NH2-MIL-53(Al). The results showed that the DESs/NH2-MIL-53(Al) composite had higher CO2 adsorption capacity and provided guidance for the design of gas separation applications.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Isha Riyal, Gunjan Joshi, Himani Sharma, Charu Dwivedi
Summary: In this study, a hydrophobic composite sponge was developed using the dip coating and drying method to remove organic contaminants from water. The sponge, made of poly-urethane, was anchored with a hydrophobic composite of MIL-53(Al) and PDMS. The resulting sponge showed high hydrophobicity and oleophi-licity, with a wide range of oil absorption capacity and low water absorption. It was able to separate oils and solvents from water even in varying ionic strengths. The synthesized hydrophobic composite sponge was characterized using various techniques and was found to be environmentally friendly.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lei Zhu, Yu Chen, Xian Liu, Yanyao Si, Yuxin Tang, Xun Wang
Summary: In this paper, MoS2@MIL-53(Fe) metal-organic backbone adsorption photocatalysts were successfully prepared. The effects of MoS2 doping ratio, reaction mode, and contaminant concentration on the degradation performance of the catalysts were investigated. The results showed that 20%MSMF had the highest removal efficiency for tetracycline pollutants. Characterization results revealed that 20%MSMF had a larger specific surface area, total pore volume, and improved separation and transfer efficiency of electron-hole pairs compared to the constituent components.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Bin Zheng, Jinlei Wang, Li Zhang, Lianli Wang
Summary: Flexible metal-organic framework (MOF) materials have the ability to undergo structural transitions under high pressure, which may have important implications for potential applications in actuators or sensors.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
J. Antonio Zarate, Eduardo Gonzalez-Zamora, Ilich A. Ibarra, Gabriela Diaz
Summary: By confining a small amount of methanol within its pores, the SO2 capture performance of MIL-53(Al)-TDC was improved (MeOH@MIL-53(Al)-TDC). Compared to fully activated MIL-53(Al)-TDC, MeOH@MIL-53(Al)-TDC exhibited a 39% higher SO2 capture capacity. Monte Carlo simulations revealed that this enhancement is attributed to the increased degree of confinement of SO2 molecules resulting from the formation of clusters (methanol molecules) near the mu-OH groups.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xiaoyu Lu, Yanzi Geng, Zhiqian Jia, Yu Yang, Haiou Huang, Yi Men, Li'An Hou
Summary: NH2-MIL-53 membranes were prepared on modified PVDF ultrafiltration membranes by solvothermal method for nanofiltration. The study showed that the membrane structure and performance could be tuned by reaction conditions, and NH2-MIL-53/PVDF membranes exhibited high rejection and permeability, making them suitable for dye separations.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Depeng Wang, Xintao Zuo, Huiling Liu, Cheng Wang
Summary: A simple and eco-friendly method was developed to synthesize a highly efficient bifunctional oxygen electrocatalyst Co@NC-850, which showed superior oxygen reduction performance and oxygen evolution activity compared to commercial Pt/C and RuO2. The results indicate that Co@NC-850 has clear advantages in bifunctional activity and durability over state-of-the-art oxygen electrocatalysts.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huan Zhang, Juan Wang, Fengqi Qin, Huiling Liu, Cheng Wang
Summary: This study fabricated a V-doped Ni3N/Ni heterostructure catalyst through nitridation treatment, showing comparable high activity and durability to commercial Pt/C under alkaline conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peng Liu, Huiling Liu, Shun Zhang, Jie Wang, Cheng Wang
Summary: The study demonstrates that in situ transformed electrocatalysts from BiOX precursors can achieve efficient 2D Bi nanosheets for CO2 reduction reaction, improving formate selectivity and stability, potentially due to more exposed active sites and enhanced electrochemical active areas.
JOURNAL OF CO2 UTILIZATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Chengling Qu, He Li, Shuang Zhou, Guodong Li, Cheng Wang, Rony Snyders, Carla Bittencourt, Wenjiang Li
Summary: An efficient electrochemical sensor based on a bismuth sulfide/reduced graphene oxide composite for detecting ascorbic acid was reported. The sensor showed enhanced electrochemical performance compared to a bare glassy carbon electrode, with a wide detection range, low detection limit, good sensitivity, and sufficient recovery values for accurate detection of ascorbic acid.
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jinxin Fan, Yuan Tian, Cheng Wang
Summary: In this study, three-dimensional mullite sheets were fabricated and used as interlayers in lithium metal batteries to regulate lithium deposition and suppress dendrite growth and dead lithium accumulation, leading to improved battery performance.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Dong Fang, Linlin Zhang, Yongjian Niu, Yuanyuan Wang, Qingxiao Su, Jiao Wang, Cheng Wang
Summary: In this study, W-doped SnO2 nanosheets were used to modulate the electronic structures and enhance the efficiency of CO2 electroreduction. The results showed improved CO2 adsorption and electron transfer processes, leading to a maximum faradaic efficiency of 87.8% for HCOOH. This work highlights the effectiveness of electronic structure tuning in promoting the catalytic performances of metal oxides for sustainable energy conversion and carbon neutrality.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu-Feng Qi, Kai-Yao Wang, Yan Sun, Jie Wang, Cheng Wang
Summary: Utilizing a carbon paper-supported nickel-iron layered double hydroxide nanosheet array with abundant cationic vacancies as an electrode enables efficient conversion of HMF to FDCA, achieving high conversion and yield rates with excellent stability and electrocatalytic performance enhancements.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chunling Cao, Shengkai Liu, Jinxin Fan, Guodong Li, Raul Arenal, Cheng Wang, Wenjiang Li, Fei Xie
Summary: MoS2-NPC composite exhibits good electrocatalytic properties for HER and electrode performance for LIBs due to its unique 3D network structure that prevents MoS2 aggregation and provides more exposed active sites.
ADVANCED SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Die Hu, Fengqi Qin, Jialiang Liu, Haopeng Lai, Taixing Tan, Chengyu Li, Cheng Wang
Summary: By manipulating the growth kinetics of silver nanocrystals, the growth direction and diameter of silver nanorods/wires can be efficiently controlled, leading to the synthesis of thin nanorods/wires with outstanding performance.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yi-Ming Zhao, Lin Cheng, Kai-Yao Wang, Xin Hao, Juan Wang, Jia-Ying Zhu, Meng Sun, Cheng Wang
Summary: Switchable coadsorption and separation of Cs+ and Sr2+ is achieved using pH-controlled ion exchange with SbS-1K. SbS-1K exhibits ultrafast adsorption kinetics and high removal rates at pH 6, while achieving efficient separation at pH 2.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fengqi Qin, Huan Zhang, Taixing Tan, Jie Wang, Huiling Liu, Cheng Wang
Summary: In this study, a seed-mediated synthesis method for mass production of ultrathin silver nanowires (AgNWs) was reported. The synthesized AgNWs had an average diameter of 17 nm and an aspect ratio of 1000. The method utilized pentatwinned gold dodecahedrons as primitive seeds and Ag nanorods (AgNRs) as secondary seeds. The process eliminated the need for purification and resulted in high purity AgNWs through a simple precipitation process.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan Sun, Jie Wang, Yufeng Qi, Wenjiang Li, Cheng Wang
Summary: In this study, a new type of non-noble metal electrocatalyst was successfully prepared for the oxidation reaction of organic compounds. The catalyst exhibited low potential and high current density, showing high efficiency for the oxidation reaction of HMF. The research also demonstrated the importance of the catalyst in promoting H-2 production and its potential for the electrooxidation of other biomass-derived chemicals.
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Chemistry, Physical
Huan Zhang, Juan Wang, Fengqi Qin, Huiling Liu, Cheng Wang
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jia-Ying Zhu, Lin Cheng, Yi-Ming Zhao, Meng-Yu Li, Zi-Zhao Wang, Juan Wang, Cheng Wang, Kai-Yao Wang
Summary: Visualization of the ion exchange mechanism for Cs-137 and Sr-90 decontamination was achieved in this study. The results provide important insights for safe radioactive liquid waste reprocessing and emergency response improvement in the event of a nuclear accident.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan Tian, Ming Yang, Cheng Wang
Summary: This study reports a dual-functional host for a lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery, using a free-standing conductive fabric made of N-doped hollow carbon nanofibers implanted with defective Ru-RuO(2-x). The host provides abundant active sites and enhanced conductivity, while the three-dimensional frame structure strengthens sulfur immobilization and suppresses lithium dendrite growth. The Li-S full battery exhibits outstanding stable cycling performance and high areal capacity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Caleb J. Bennett, Helen E. A. Brand, Alexander K. L. Yuen, Maria K. Nicholas, Brendan J. Kennedy
Summary: The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(IV) between 80 and 500 K is studied. Different crystal structures are observed at different temperatures, including monoclinic, tetragonal, and cubic structures. Accurate determination of the structures of K2PtI6 is important for further theoretical and practical research.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhuo Zeng, Jiangfu Zheng, Xiaoming Li, Changzheng Fan, Rongying Zeng, Wenqing Tang
Summary: An efficient method for phosphate removal from wastewater is urgently needed due to the environmental issue caused by excessive phosphorus. In this study, calcium aluminum layered double hydroxides (CaAl-LDHs) and six amino acid intercalated calcium aluminum layered double hydroxides (CaAl-amino acid-LDHs) were prepared and compared for their phosphate adsorption performance. L-Aspartic acid intercalated calcium aluminum layered double hydroxides (CaAl-Asp-LDHs) exhibited the highest phosphate adsorption capacity and faster removal rate compared to CaAl-LDHs. The phosphate adsorption mechanism on CaAl-Asp-LDHs involved electrostatic attraction, hydrogen bonds, complexation, and ion exchange. This environmentally friendly material shows promising potential for efficient phosphate removal from aquatic environments.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rouzbeh Aghaei Hakkak, Thomas Schleid
Summary: The novel guanidinium hydro-closo-borates with [BnHn]2- (n = 10 and 12) anions were successfully synthesized via direct reaction. The crystal structures exhibit hydrogen bonding interactions and have the potential to facilitate H2 generation.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Liqiang Ma, Pengpeng Wei, Jingfang Li, Liye Liang, Guangming Li
Summary: A novel catalyst, H4PVMo2W9O40@rht-MOF-1, was developed using a one-pot hydrothermal method. It exhibited high efficiency and reusability in esterification reactions.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Liudmila A. Gorelova, Valentiva A. Yukhno, Maria G. Krzhizhanovskaya, Oleg S. Vereshchagin
Summary: Two new Ga-Ge disordered feldspar-related compounds were successfully synthesized using melt crystallization methods. Their stability and thermal expansion properties were studied under high-temperature conditions. The results showed that both compounds are stable within the studied temperature range and exhibit anisotropic thermal expansion.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Seifeddine Bdey, Nesrine Boussadoune, Francois Allard, Jacques Huot, Gabriel Antonius, Noura Fakhar Bourguiba, Pedro Nunez
Summary: The structure of a novel arsenate compound Na3Al3(AsO4)4 has been determined using X-ray diffraction. The crystal exhibits a monoclinic space group with suitable pathways for Na+ ion migration. The accuracy of the structural model was confirmed using various validation tools and density functional theory calculations.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Amit Kumar Atri, Ujwal Manhas, Sumit Singh, Irfan Qadir, Shikha Sharma, Preteek Sharma, Devinder Singh
Summary: This study synthesizes new oxygen deficient triple layered Ruddlesden-Popper (RP) phases via sol-gel method and investigates the effects of Cr3+ doping on their structural, optical, magnetic, and photocatalytic properties. The experimental results demonstrate that Cr3+ doping alters the interactions and leads to excellent photocatalytic performance in some phases.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Dat Le Thanh, Amandine Guiet, Emmanuelle Suard, Romain Berthelot
Summary: In this study, FeNb11O29 powder samples were prepared using a microwave-assisted solid-state synthesis method for the first time. The samples obtained rapidly from submicrometric oxide precursors showed enhanced cycling performance, possibly due to the easier ionic diffusion occurring in the smaller particles.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Raimund Ziegler, Felix R. S. Purtscher, Thomas S. Hofer, Gunter Heymann, Hubert Huppertz
Summary: We have successfully synthesized a new tellurium borate crystal under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions. The crystal structure and theoretical calculations have been thoroughly discussed.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Subhendu Jana, Eric A. Gabilondo, Paul A. Maggard
Summary: This study reports the synthesis and characterization of two previously unknown multinary selenides, Ba8Hf2Se11(Se-2) and Ba9Hf3Se14(Se-2), which display unique structures and optoelectronic properties competitive with existing perovskite-type chalcogenides.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Fei Ruan, Chonggui Lei, Fenglong Zhang, Jinxiao Bao, Fen Zhou, Min Xie, Pengfei Xu, Jianquan Gao
Summary: Studying the diffusion properties of hydrogen is important for designing new proton conductors. In the past, the chemical diffusion coefficient of hydrogen in proton conductors was usually obtained through a manual calculation method, resulting in difficulty in controlling the calculation accuracy. To address this issue, a mathematical algorithm and C language computer program were developed to calculate the chemical diffusion coefficient based on Fick's second law and Romberg numerical integral. The algorithm showed high precision and powerful computing function, and has the potential to replace the manual calculation method in calculating the chemical diffusion coefficient for hydrogen in proton conductors.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Deepika Shanubhogue, Suraj Mangavati, Ashok Rao, Ru-Ting Tsao, Yung-Kang Kuo
Summary: In this study, the effect of Y doping at the Sn-site on the structural, electrical, and low-temperature thermoelectric properties of the Cu2SnSe3 system is investigated. Y-doped compounds Cu2Sn1-xYxSe3 show reduced electrical resistivity, enhanced power factor, and decreased thermal conductivity, resulting in higher ZT values.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Wei Hong, Min Qing, Xun He, Lei Wang, Yu Pu, Qiyu Li, Zhimin He, Qin Dong, Rong Li, Xinglong Gou
Summary: This study developed a simple method to prepare SnS2 nanosheets and assembled them with MXene to form SnS2/MXene. The composite material exhibited abundant active sites, superior electron/ion transfer kinetics, and a unique 2D interlayer structure, resulting in high specific capacity, outstanding rate capability, and excellent cycling stability, with potential applications in LIBs.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Heng-Yu Ruan, Xue-Qian Wu, Tian-Yu Zhang, Yi Yuan, Le Wang, Ya-Pan Wu, Qing-Wen Han, Ruan Chi, Dong-Sheng Li
Summary: Two isostructural metalorganic frameworks (MOFs), CTGU-36-Co and CTGU-36-Ni, were synthesized, and CTGU-36-Ni demonstrated high activity as a molecular electrocatalyst for the methanol oxidation reaction.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rachid Fakhreddine, Ali Ouasri, Abderrahim Aatiq
Summary: This paper reports the synthesis, structure, and spectroscopic studies of three novel metal orthophosphate salts. The structures of these compounds were refined using X-ray powder diffraction data. The infrared and Raman analysis revealed their symmetries and the UV-visible investigation determined their optical properties.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2024)