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The Quasi-Binary Acetonitriletriide Sr3 [C2 N]2.
William P Clark1, Andreas Köhn2, Rainer Niewa1
1Institut für Anorganische Chemie, Universität Stuttgart, Pfaffenwaldring 55, 70569, Stuttgart, Germany.
Angewandte Chemie (International Ed. in English)
|October 16, 2019
Summary
The first strontium acetonitriletriide, Sr3[C2N]2, was synthesized and characterized. This novel compound features the unique [C2N]3- anion, confirmed by X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy.
Area of Science:
- Solid-state chemistry
- Inorganic synthesis
- Materials science
Background:
- The synthesis of novel compounds with unusual anions is crucial for expanding the scope of inorganic chemistry.
- Quasi-binary compounds offer unique structural and electronic properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize and characterize the first quasi-binary acetonitriletriide, Sr3[C2N]2.
- To elucidate the structure and bonding of the [C2N]3- anion in this new compound.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction for structural analysis.
- Raman spectroscopy for anion identification.
- Quantum-chemical calculations for theoretical investigation.
Main Results:
- Successful synthesis and characterization of Sr3[C2N]2.
- Confirmation of the [C2N]3- anion's structure and identity.
- Excellent agreement between experimental and computed interatomic distances within the anion.
Conclusions:
- The synthesis of Sr3[C2N]2 represents a significant advancement in the field of nitridometalate chemistry.
- The [C2N]3- anion exhibits unique bonding characteristics, validated by both experimental and theoretical methods.
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