LiYbCl4(THF)4
2011
Structure of LiYbCl4(THF)4
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lukas Richtera, Vojtech Jancik, Sona Hermanova, Karel Krpoun, Kimberly Thompson-Montero
Primary Institution: Brno University of Technology
Conclusion
The compound LiYbCl4(THF)4 was successfully synthesized and characterized, revealing a unique coordination environment around the Yb and Li atoms.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was synthesized with an 86% yield.
- Single crystals were obtained at -30 °C from a saturated THF solution.
- The structure features a Yb(μ-Cl)2Li ring with specific coordination geometries.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new chemical compound using lithium and ytterbium, and they found out how the atoms are arranged in it.
Methodology
The compound was prepared by mixing YbCl3(THF)3 with LiCl in THF and crystallized from a saturated THF solution.
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