Li2Ca1.5Nb3O10 from X-ray powder data
2011
Synthesis and Structure of Lithium Calcium Niobium Oxide
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhu Bai-Chuan, Tang Kai-Bin
Primary Institution: University of Science and Technology of China
Conclusion
The study successfully synthesized Li2Ca1.5Nb3O10 and characterized its crystal structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The structure consists of triple-layer perovskite slabs of corner-sharing NbO6 octahedra.
- Ca cations partially occupy the perovskite A sites at 75% occupancy probability.
- The study utilized Rietveld refinement to analyze the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new material called Li2Ca1.5Nb3O10, which has a special structure that could be useful for various applications.
Methodology
The sample was prepared using a conventional solid-state reaction and characterized using X-ray powder diffraction.
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