Issue 13, 2023

Discovery of SrZn2B6O12 with an unprecedented quadruple-layered configuration

Abstract

Exploring new borates with unique structures has been one of the most significant tasks in solid-state chemistry, especially those with layered architecture. In this communication, a new borate, SrZn2B6O12, is found to show a quadruple-layered configuration, which has never been found in borate systems. This rare 2[Zn4B12O(23+2/3)] quadruple-layer is stacked by two 2[Zn2B6O12] double-layers that are constructed by two single-layers of 2[B4O7] and 2[Zn2B2O4]. SrZn2B6O12 exhibits moderate birefringence and the origin of the optical anisotropy is confirmed by theoretical analysis.

Graphical abstract: Discovery of SrZn2B6O12 with an unprecedented quadruple-layered configuration

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Article type
Communication
Submitted
08 feb. 2023
Accepted
21 feb. 2023
First published
15 mar. 2023

New J. Chem., 2023,47, 6041-6044

Discovery of SrZn2B6O12 with an unprecedented quadruple-layered configuration

X. Long, Y. Lv and X. Wu, New J. Chem., 2023, 47, 6041 DOI: 10.1039/D3NJ00611E

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