The structure of hexadecapraseodymium henicosamolybdenum hexapentacontaoxide, Pr16Mo21O56
2011
Structure of Pr16Mo21O56
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Patrick Gougeon, Philippe Gall
Primary Institution: Sciences Chimiques de Rennes, UMR CNRS No. 6226, Université de Rennes I – INSA Rennes, France
Conclusion
The crystal structure of Pr16Mo21O56 is characterized by unique Mo10 clusters and irregular Pr3+ cation coordination.
Supporting Evidence
- The structure is isotypic with other rare earth representatives of the formula type RE16Mo21O56.
- Mo10 clusters and octahedral MoO6 units form a Mo–O framework.
- Pr3+ cations occupy irregular voids in the framework with varying coordination numbers.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special material called Pr16Mo21O56, which has a unique arrangement of atoms that helps it behave in interesting ways.
Methodology
Single crystals were obtained from a mixture of Pr6O11, MoO3, and Mo, followed by specific heating and cooling processes.
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