Abstract: | Preparation and properties of the salts of the series M VO2F4, where M = NH , Na+, K+, 1/2 Ni2+, and 1/3 Co(NH3)6]3+ are described. Molecular conductivity of Na3VO2F4 at different dilutions indicates that Na3VO2F4 dissociates into 3 Na+ and VOaF ions. Ion exchange study of (NH4)3VO2F4 solution through cation exchange resin (H+ form) suggests that the corresponding acid decomposes partly to vanadium pentoxide. Reaction between (NH4)3VO2F4 with BaCl2 and AgNO3 solutions shows the formation of BaVO2F3 and AgVO3 respectively. Thermogravimetric study of (NH4)3VO2F4 shows the formation of impure vanadium pentoxide as the ultimate product on heating up to 450°C. X-ray powder diffraction data are given for (NH4)3VO2F4 and Na3VO2F4. |