Chemists Unveil Au2+ Perovskite, a Rare Gold Infusion Shaping Future Material Science
By Karmactive Staff
Stanford researchers synthesized a new Au2+ perovskite, revealing it on September 28, 2023.
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The unexpected discovery involved a simple mix of cesium chloride, Au3+-chloride, hydrochloric acid, and vitamin C.
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It was a real surprise," expressed Hemamala Karunadasa, an associate professor at Stanford.
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The resultant perovskite material is a dark green, nearly black powder, surprisingly heavy due to its gold content.
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Au2+ perovskite exhibits unique magnetic effects, opening avenues for potential applications.
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The discovery inadvertently connects to Linus Pauling, who worked on gold perovskites early in his career.
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The research, published in Nature Chemistry, has opened new avenues in chemistry and material science.
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The stability of Au2+ in the perovskite, despite its instability in solution, presents a curious scientific case.
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