Ternary MIn2S4 (M = Mn,Fe, Co,Ni) Thiospinels – Crystal Structure and Thermoelectric Properties

A combined structural, magnetic and thermoelectric study of polycrystalline ternary MIn₂S₄ (M = Mn, Fe, Co, Ni) thiospinels is presented. All compounds crystallize with MgAl₂O₄-type structure. Rietveld refinement analysis confirmed that the preferred crystallographic position of transition metal element changes from mainly tetrahedral 8a for Mn to exclusively octahedral 16d for Ni (i.e. increase of the inversion parameter). Magnetic susceptibility measurements revealed M-elements to possess 2+ oxidation state in MIn₂S₄. All these compounds order antiferromagnetically with Néel temperatures T_N ranging from 5–13 K. The studied thiospinels are n-type semiconductors with large values of electrical resistivity ρ > 0.6 Ω · m at room temperature. An increase of the inversion parameter leads to a reduction of the determined activation energies, as well as to a more disorder-like behavior of thermal conductivity. The highest thermoelectric Figure of merit ZT was observed for MIn₂S₄ with M = Fe, Ni, which adopt inverse spinel structure.     

Synthesis, Structure and Magnetic Properties of a Linear Trinuclear Mn（II） Complex with a Multifunctional Group Ligand

By use of a new ligand containing both salicylic acid moiety and salicylaldehyde Schiff base moiety, 5-(2-hydroxybenzylideneamino)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (H3L), a linear trinuclear Mn(II) complex was prepared. This complex crystallizes in triclinic, space group P1 with a = 12.0196(7), b = 13.7440(13), c = 15.7554(14) , α = 111.529(3), β = 96.691(2), γ = 94.802(2)o, C96H100Mn3N6O32, Mr = 2014.64, V = 2382.0(3) 3, Z = 1, μ = 0.478, Dc = 1.404 g/cm3, F(000) = 1049, R = 0.0554 and wR = 0.1610 for 8973 observed reflections (I 2σ(I)). The complex consists of a trinuclear cluster and two solvate ethanol molecules. Three linearly disposed Mn atoms, with an inversion center on the central one, are bridged by six carboxylate groups from six bulky mono-anionic ligands (H2L–), and the octahedral coordination spheres for each of the metal centers are thus formed, with the aid of additional ligation of two small molecules (ethanol and water) to both ends. The magnetic properties of the title complex are also included in this paper.     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Optical Properties of KPr（MoO4）2 with the Scheelite-type Structure

Solid-state reaction of praseodymium （III） oxide,K2CO3 and MoO3 at high temperature leads to a potassium lanthanide double molybdate,namely,KPr（MoO4）2. The structural and optical properties of the title compound have been investigated by means of single-crystal X-ray diffraction and spectroscopic measurements at room temperature. KPr（MoO4）2 crystallizes in tetragonal,space group I41/a with a = 5.401（3）,c = 12.044（10）,Z = 2 and R （I 〉 2σ（I）） = 0.0416. It features the famous scheelite-type structure （CaWO4）,which can be thought as the substitution of two Ca^2＋ ions in CaWO4 by a couple of K^＋ and Pr^3＋ ions in a statistical manner,and W^6＋ by Mo^6＋ cations.     

EuIrIn4 with LaCoAl4 Type Structure – Synthesis,Magnetic Properties,and 151Eu Mössbauer Spectroscopy

LaCoAl₄ type EuIrIn₄ was synthesized by induction-melting of the elements in a sealed tantalum ampoule, followed by annealing of the sample in a high-frequency or in a muffle furnace. The EuIrIn₄ structure was refined from single-crystal X-ray diffraction data: Pmma, a = 860.65(3), b = 430.33(6), c = 757.65(7) pm, wR = 0.0748, 633 F² values and 24 variables. The striking building units are iridium-centered trigonal prisms of indium atoms, distorted bcc indium cubes and a pentagonal prismatic indium coordination of the europium atoms. Within the three-dimensional [IrIn₄]^2– polyanionic network the Ir–In and In–In distances range from 260–288 pm and 306–332 pm, respectively. The divalent ground state of europium was manifested through magnetic [7.96(1) μ_B / Eu atom, T_N = 7.9(1) K] and ¹⁵¹Eu Mössbauer spectroscopic data [δ = –10.54(2) mm · s^–1; B_hf = 19.1(1) T at 6 K].     

Hydrothermal Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Electrochemical Properties of Complex Mn2（phen）2（p-CBA）4（H2O）

One novel complex Mn2(phen)2(p-CBA)4(H2O) has been hydrothermally syn- thesized from p-chlorobenzoic acid (p-CBA), 1,10-phenanthroline (phen) and anhydrous man- ganese(Ⅱ) sulfate and then characterized. Crystal data for this complex: monoclinic, space group C2/c, with a = 2.3416(3), b = 1.5604(2), c =1.5605(2) nm, β = 121.048(2)o, V = 4.8849(12) nm3, Dc = 1.510 g/cm3, Mr = 555.26, Z = 8, μ = 0.798 mm-1, F(000) = 2256, GOOF = 1.032, the final R = 0.0393 and wR = 0.0816. The crystal structure shows that two neighboring manganese(Ⅱ ) ions are linked together by two bridge-chelating p-chlorobenzoic groups and one bridging water molecule, forming a cage structure with the Mn–Mn bond distance of 0.3512 nm. Each manganese(Ⅱ ) ion is coordinated by two nitrogen atoms of one 1,10-phenanthroline molecule and four oxygen atoms from three p-chlorobenzoic acid anions and one water molecule, giving a distorted octahedral coordination geometry. The cyclic voltammetric behavior of the complex was also investigated.     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure, and Properties of Inorganic-organic Hybrid M(Ⅱ)-Nb(Ⅴ)(M = Co, Cu)Oxyfluorides

T Two isostructural inorganic-organic hybrid M(Ⅱ)-Nb(Ⅴ)oxyfluorides, namely,M(H<,2>O)<,2>(pyz)NbOF<,5>(M = Co 1, Cu 2; pyz = pyrazine)have been hydrothermally synthesized and structurally characterized. Both compounds possess two-dimensional layer structure constructed by neutral M(H<,2>0)<,2>NbOF<,5> chains inter-connected via bridging pyrazine ligands. The structure is further extended into three-dimensional supramolecular architecture through inter-layer H-bonding interactions between the coordinated water molecules and fluorine ions. The luminescent properties and thermal stability of both compounds have been investigated.     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure,and Properties of Inorganic-organic Hybrid M（Ⅱ）-Nb（V） （M=Co,Cu） Oxyfluorides

Two isostructural inorganic-organic hybrid M(II)–Nb(V) oxyfluorides, namely, M(H2O)2(pyz)NbOF5 (M=Co 1, Cu 2; pyz=pyrazine) have been hydrothermally synthesized and structurally characterized. Both compounds possess two-dimensional layer structure constructed by neutral M(H2O)2NbOF5 chains inter-connected via bridging pyrazine ligands. The structure is further extended into three-dimensional supramolecular architecture through inter-layer H-bonding interactions between the coordinated water molecules and fluorine ions. The luminescent properties and thermal stability of both compounds have been investigated.     

Heat of Formation for LiMyMn2−yO4 (M=Co,Cr, Li,Mg, Ni) Spinel Solid Solution

The enthalpy of formation for LiM_yMn_2–yO₄ (M=Co, Cr, Li, Mg, Ni) was measured by a Tian-Calvet type high temperature isothermal microcalorimeter. The standard enthalpy of formation for LiMn₂O₄ at 876 K was evaluated to be H_f⁰=–1404.2±6.4 kJ mol^–1. The partial substitution of Co and Ni for Mn decreased the absolute H_f⁰ value, while that of Cr and Mg for Mn increased the absolute H_f⁰ value. In the case of the partial substitution of Li for Mn, no marked change in H_f⁰ could be observed.This revised version was published online in November 2005 with corrections to the Cover Date.     

Pt?M (M=Cu,Co, Ni,Fe) Nanocrystals: From Small Nanoparticles to Wormlike Nanowires by Oriented Attachment

Pt? M (M=Cu, Co, Ni, Fe) wormlike nanowires with excellent catalytic activities were produced by a hydrothermal method. Based on the experiment results, Pt? M nanoparticles grew into nanowires through oriented attachment. The electrocatalytic activities of these nanowires toward methanol oxidation were also studied by cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry measurements. The synthesized Pt? M nanowires showed higher catalytic activity and stability for methanol oxidation than Pt nanowires and commercial Pt black.     

Synthesis, Structure, Magnetism and Electrochemical Properties of Linear Pentanuclear Complex: Ni5(μ-dmpzda)4(NCS)2

吡啶修饰的线性五核金属化合物[Ni5(μ-dmpzda)4(NCS)2][ dmpzda-H2=N,N’-Di(4-methyl pyrydin-2-yl)pyrazine-2,6-diamine]被合成并表征,其电化学和磁性被报告。 化合物含有接近180º的 Ni-Ni-Ni角,末端含有两个轴配体的Ni5 线性链。这个五核线性金属链被四个顺式的dmpzda2-配体螺旋包裹。化合物中存在两种类型的Ni-Ni键长：末端连接有轴配体的Ni-Ni键长被配体影响,其键长为2.3821 Å;内部的Ni-Ni距离比较短,为2.2959 Å。两末端的Ni(II)离子由于连接轴配体构成四方锥形(NiN4NCS)并存在较长的Ni-N 键长（2.103 Å),这个键长符合高自旋Ni(II)构型。内部的三个Ni-N 距离为1.886-1.906 Å,这样构成正方形平面(NiN4)并呈低自旋的顺磁构型。化合物显示了同[Ni5(μ-tpda)4(NCS)2]类似的磁性,即在化合物中两末端Ni(II)仍存在反铁磁性的作用。     

Bending modes of the water molecules and the MO stretching modes in the series MF2 · 4H2O (M = Fe,Co, Ni,Zn)

The infrared spectra of the series MF₂·4X₂O (M = Fe, Co, Ni, Zn; X = H, D) are reported in the frequency ranges of the bending vibrations of the water molecules (ν₂) at 296 and ∼100 K and the MO lattice vibrations (ν_MO) at 296 K. Four ν_MO vibrations consisting of two doublets are identified using deuterium substitution. The various ν_ZnO vibrations correlate well with the metal-oxygen distances R(ZnO), and this correlation is further used to calculate R(MO)'s of the remainder of the series and to refine R(ZnO). Four ν₂(H₂O, HDO, D₂O) vibrations, consisting of two sharp overlapping bands flanked by two broad shoulders, are identified. The number of ν₂(H₂O) components, the sequence of ν₂ in the series and the correlation with R(MO) suggest that the ν₂ frequencies are mainly determined by R(MO). Using this assignment the two types of ν₂ bands are assigned to the two types of crystallographically distinct water molecules found in the MF₂·4H₂O structure.     

Role of Bismuth Oxide in Bi-MCo2O4（M=Co,Ni,Cu,Zn） Catalysts for Wet Air Oxidation of Acetic Acid

Two series of cobalt (Ⅲ)-containing spinel catalysts were prepared by the decomposition of the corre-sponding nitrates. The catalysts doped with bismuth oxide exhibit a higher activity in the wet air oxidation ofacetic acid than those without dopant bismuth oxide. The catalysts were investigated by XRD, TEM, ESR,UV-DRS and XPS, and the interaction between Co and Bi was studied as well. It has been found that nano-sized bismuth oxide is paved on the surface of cobalt spinel crystal and the structures of cobalt(Ⅲ)-containingspinel are still maintained. The shift of the binding energy of Bi4/7/2 is related to the catalytic activity of thesecatalysts doped with bismuth oxide.     

Synthesis and Structures of New Borophosphates (B_(1-X)M_X)PO_4 (M=Mn,Fe,Co,Ni,Cu) with Orthorhombic Low-Cristobalite Type

TwomodificationsofBPO4-theletragonalhigh-cristobalite'andthehexagonalhighpressurephase=,havebeenf0und.Thehigh-cristobalitephasehasIongbeenusedasmulti-functionaIcataIyst'.Wereportherethesynthesis,structureretinementsofnewborophosphateswithIow-cristobaIitestructurestabiIizedbytransitionmetalsMn,Fe,Co,NiandCu.andtheirmagneticproperties.AllthestartingreagentsfH3BO3,NH4H2PO4,MnO2,Fe2O3,Co(CH3COO)2.4H2O,Ni(CH3C00)2.4H20,Cu0wereinARpuritiesandweIlground,pre-reactedat7OOaCfor4handfin…     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Properties of [Co(1,3- bdoaH)2·4H2O] ·4H2O with Benzene-1,3-dioxyacetate Ligand

The cobalt(II) complex C20H34O20Co has been synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR, TG and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. The crystal belongs to triclinic, space group P with a = 5.1374(10), b = 10.519(2), c = 12.913(3) (A), α = 86.89(3), β = 79.94(3), γ = 86.74(3)o, V = 685.3(3) (A)3, Z = 1, Mr = 653.40, Dc = 1.583 g/cm3, μ = 0.717 mm-1, F(000) = 341, the final R = 0.0657 and wR = 0.1141 for 1900 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). The cobalt ion is six-coordinated by two O atoms of different 1,3-bdoaH- ligands and four water molecules, residing in an octahedral environment. The intermolecular hydrogen bonds form a 3-D supramolecular network structure.     

Metalloligand-induced Synthesis of Two Cu(I)–M (M=Ni,Co) Heterobimetallic Coordination Polymers: Structures,Thermal and Luminescence Properties

Two interesting heterobimetallic coordination polymers (CPs), {[Ni(4-pytpy)₂]₂[Cu₄(N(CN)₂)₇](NO₃)(DMF)(DMSO)(H₂O)₄}_n (1) and {[Co(4-pytpy)(N(CN)₂)]₂[Cu₂(N(CN)₂)₄]}_n (2), have been synthesized based on different metalloligands [M(4-pytpy)₂]²⁺ (M=Ni 1, Co 2) (4-pytpy = 4′-(4-pyridyl)-2,2′:6′,2″-terpyridine). CPs 1 and 2 have been well characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, thermal analysis and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Both CPs 1 and 2 crystallize in the triclinic crystal system with the P-1 space group but feature different structures. CP 1 exhibits a unique one dimensional double-chain structure, while CP 2 possesses an infinite 2D network structure. It is interesting to note that the metalloligand [Co(4-pytpy)₂]²⁺ in CP 2 was decomposed into [Co(4-pytpy)]²⁺. Thermal analysis indicates that the chain structure of CP 1 begins to collapse after about 360 °C, while CP 2 can be stable up to 300 °C. The solid-state luminescence properties of CPs 1 and 2 have also been investigated.     

Synthesis and characterization of MIIU3O10 · nH2O (MII = Mg, Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Cd) triuranates

Individual crystalline phases of composition M^IIU₃O₁₀ · nH₂O were prepared by reacting schoepite UO₃ · 2.25H₂O with aqueous solutions of Mg, Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, or Cd nitrates under hydrothermal conditions at 200°C. The composition and structure of the resultant compounds were determined by hightemperature X-ray diffraction, IR spectroscopy, scanning calorimetry, and chemical analysis; the dehydration and thermal destruction of the compounds were studied.     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Properties of [Co(1,3- bdoaH)_2·4H_2O]·4H_2O with Benzene-1,3-dioxyacetate Ligand

1INTRODUCTIONTheorganicaromaticcarboxylatemetalcom-plexeshavearousedmuchattentionandbeenwidelyinvestigated.However,thestrategyofdesignandsynthesisofthesecomplexesismostlyfocusedonrigidligands,suchasterephthalicacidandbenzenetricarboxylicacid,etc.[1～5].Theassemblyofcom-plexesbyusingflexiblearomaticcarboxylateli-gandsisfarlessdeveloped[6,.Phenylenedioxydia-7]ceticacids(bdoaH2)withbiologicalactivitiesandwideapplicationsinagriculture[8]areafamilyofmultidentateflexibleligandswithversatilebind…     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Electrochemical Properties of the Complex Cd(α-FRA)2(Phen)(H2O)

A new cadmium complex Cd(α-FRA)2(Phen)(H2O) was synthesized by self- assembly reaction of α-furoic acid, phenanthroline (phen), and Cd(NO3)2(4H2O. It crystallizes in monoclinic, space group P21/c, with a = 0.6799(2), b = 1.7780(6), c = 1.6866(6) nm, β = 94.912(6)o, V = 2.0315(12) nm3, Dc = 1.742 g/cm3, Z = 4, Mr = 532.77, μ(MoKα) = 1.124 mm-1, F(000) = 1064, R = 0.0411, wR = 0.0790. The structural analysis shows that the cadmium ion is coordinated with two nitrogen atoms from one phen molecule and four oxygen atoms respectively from two α-furoic acids and one water molecule, giving a distorted octahedral coordination geometry. The cyclic voltametric behavior of the complex was also discussed, which shows that the electrode process is irreversible in the electrode reactor.