Abstract
Exploration of new compounds belonging to unusual families is always attractive for the everlasting development of material science. Here, three isomorphic rare-earth sulfide borates RE3S3BO3 (RE = Nd, Tb, Dy) have been obtained via a facile metal oxide-boron-sulfur solid-state routine. Their centrosymmetric triclinic structures feature 3D framework built by three types of REOxSy units, viz. REOS6, REO4S3, and REO3S6. Their structural relationship with similar phases and lanthanide contraction rule are discussed. Their optical band gaps are measured to be 2.59–2.70 eV, and the corresponding theoretical calculations are also performed. This work enriches the rarely studied chalcogenide borate system and is conducive to discovering more inorganic materials.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
