Nickel bismuth boride, Ni23-xBixB6 [x = 2.44 (1)]
2011
Structure of Nickel Bismuth Boride
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Berthebaud David, Sato Akira, Mori Takao
Primary Institution: National Institute for Materials Science
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of Ni23-xBixB6, showing a unique arrangement of nickel and bismuth atoms.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound Ni23-xBixB6 adopts a cubic structure similar to Cr23C6.
- Two of the four metal sites are occupied by a mixture of nickel and bismuth.
- The study utilized X-ray diffraction to analyze the crystal structure.
Takeaway
The researchers studied a special material made of nickel and bismuth, which has a unique structure that helps it behave in interesting ways.
Methodology
The material was created by melting a mixture of nickel, bismuth, and boron powders and analyzing its crystal structure using X-ray diffraction.
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