Structural, magnetic and phase transition properties in S = ½ radical solid solutions of [F_xCl_1−x-BzPy][Ni(mnt)₂] (x = 0.07–0.87)

Abstract

Solid solution offers an opportunity with modulating structure and physical property of materials and better understanding the origin of physical phenomena as well. Herein, two salts [R-BzPy][Ni(mnt)2] (R-BzPy+ = 4-R-benzylpyridinium,...

Halogen substitution effects on crystal structures and magnetic properties in nickel dithiolate molecular crystals

“…1–6 These excellent physicochemical properties may be obtained through rational design and careful regulation. The chemical strategy for adopting functional properties mainly includes isotope substitution, 7,8 doping, 9–11 and introducing substituents. In many cases, we notice that halogen bonding becomes another essential driving force in crystal engineering to rationalize, orient, and control the solid-state structures and hence achieve well-defined functional materials.…”