Simplifying the growth of hybrid single-crystals by using nanoparticle precursors: the case of AgI

Abstract

We report the synthesis of a series of AAg(m)I(n) single-crystals within 24 h, at room temperature, utilizing AgI nanoparticles (NPs) as the precursor. The AgI NPs impart high reactivity under mild conditions and favor the growth kinetics. 0D, 1D and 2D iodoargentate crystals can be obtained. This work represents the first application of NPs in the field of organo-metal-halide crystals and will inspire the design of other AM(m)X(n) crystals.

Coordination-Induced Syntheses of Two Hybrid Framework Iodides: A Thermochromic Luminescent Thermometer

“…Each Ag + ion adopts a tetrahedral coordination geometry bonding to three neighboring I – ions and an Hmta ligand. The Ag–I and Ag–N bond lengths are 2.899 and 2.395 Å, respectively, which are consistent with those of reported cubane-like Ag 4 I 4 clusters. ,− ,, …”

Different Contributions of Aliphatic and Conjugated Organic Cations to Both the Crystal and Electronic Structures: Three Hybrid Iodoargentates Showing Two Isomers of the (AgI2)– Chain

“…These results indicate that both N ‐alkylation and N ‐protonated reactions are influenced by the hydroiodic acid. The optimized reaction time for 1 – 3 is 2 d and the optimized reaction temperature is 150 (for 1 ) and 130 °C (for 2 and 3 ), which are longer and higher than those of the growth of hybrid iodoargentate crystals from nanoparticle AgI precursor 18…”

Reactivity of Metal Clusters

“…Halogenation reactions are important processes in chemical synthesis, where the halide products are useful intermediates in synthesizing numerous functionalized materials. There are numerous investigations demonstrating structures, stability, and superhalogen behavior in various metal halides. − Studies of metal cluster reactivity with halogen shed light on the understanding of principles in related synthesis processes. For example, from Al cluster reactivity, several metal halide cluster products showed reasonable stability and the Al n I – generation was found to be energetically favorable.…”