Ytterbium(III) nitride is a binary inorganic compound of ytterbium and nitrogen with the chemical formula YbN.[2][3]
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Ytterbium mononitride, azanylidynytterbium, nitridoytterbium[1]
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| Molar mass | 187.052 g·mol−1 |
| Appearance | black powder |
| Density | 6.57 g/cm3 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Synthesis
editYtterbium(III) nitride can be prepared from the reaction of ytterbium hydride and ammonia at 800°C:[4]
- 2YbH2 + 2NH3 → 2YbN + 5H2
It can also be prepared from the reaction of ytterbium and nitrogen with an admixture of hydrogen under pressure at 500–600°C::
- 2Yb + N2 → 2YbN
Physical properties
editYtterbium(III) nitride forms a black powder. The compound is notable for its high melting point.[5]
Uses
editYtterbium(III) nitride holds potential applications in the fields of electronics and optics.[5] It is also used as an additive for special alloys, ceramic materials, semiconductors.[6]
References
edit- ^ "ytterbium nitride". chemsrc.com. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
- ^ "Ytterbium Nitride". American Elements. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
- ^ O'Bannon, Loran (6 December 2012). Dictionary of Ceramic Science and Engineering. Springer Science & Business Media. p. 280. ISBN 978-1-4613-2655-7. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
- ^ Samsonov, Grigoriĭ Valentinovich (1965). High-temperature Compounds of Rare Earth Metals with Nonmetals. Consultants Bureau. p. 169. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
- ^ a b "Ytterbium Nitride Powder, YbN, CAS 24600-77-9 - Heeger Materials". Heeger Materials Inc. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
- ^ "Ytterbium Nitride (YbN) Powder (CAS No. 24600-77-9)". samaterials.com. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
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