Some less usual properties of tetracyano complexes

The structure and reactivity of one unique molecule may be understood only in relation to its molecular surroundings. The non-stoichiometric forms of the tetracyano complexes M(B)_mM (CN)₄·nG (B=nitrogen or oxygen containing base; G=aromatic compound or H₂O,m0,n>0) are understood in this respect. Their stoichiometric or non-stoichiometric forms, with voids either completely or more often partially occupied, are responsible for their observed sorptive and resorptive abilities. The effects of the surroundings are correlated with the results of thermal analysis, magnetic measurements and their sorptive abilities.Dedicated to Professor H. M. Powell.