A mixed indium–iron lithium diphosphate, In0.51Fe0.49LiP2O7
2011
Structure of In0.51Fe0.49LiP2O7
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Zouihri Hafid, Saadi Mohamed, Jaber Boujemaa, El Ammari Lehcen
Primary Institution: Université Mohammed V-Agdal
Hypothesis
The study aims to determine the crystal structure of In0.51Fe0.49LiP2O7 using X-ray diffraction.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of In0.51Fe0.49LiP2O7 consists of a three-dimensional network of octahedra and diphosphate groups.
Supporting Evidence
- The structure consists of (InIII/FeIII)O6 octahedra linked to P2O7 groups.
- Li+ ions are located in off-centred positions within heptagonal tunnels.
- The compound is part of a continuous solid solution between LiFeP2O7 and LiInP2O7.
Takeaway
The researchers figured out how the atoms are arranged in a new material called In0.51Fe0.49LiP2O7, which has a special structure that could be useful for future applications.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction single-crystal data.
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