Abstract
A new complex (1) of Prussian blue analogue with the composition of K 0.2Mn1.4Cr(CN)6·6H2O was prepared and characterized structurally as well as magnetically. The crystal structure of complex 1 was determined by X-ray diffraction analysis. The results indicate that complex 1 consists of a 3D cubic lattice similar to those of Mn3[Cr(CN)6]2·χH2O, Mn3[Co(CN)6]2·χH2O, Cd3[Cr(CN)6]2·χH2O, and Cd3[Co(CN)6]2·chi;H2O. Magnetic measurements show that complex 1 is a ferrimagnet with Tc = 66 K. It is interesting to note that the magnetic behavior of complex 1 can be substantially modulated through a dehydration/rehydration treatment. The T c value of this ferrimagnet increases to 99 K after dehydration reaching a 23.4% weight loss, and it decreases back to 66 K after the dehydrated sample reabsorbs water molecules.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 999-1004 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Inorganic Chemistry |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 6 Feb 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |