Hepta- and Octacoordinate Boron in Molecular Wheels of Eight- and Nine-Atom Boron Clusters: Observation and Confirmation**

December 15, 2003

Journal Article

Hepta- and Octacoordinate Boron in Molecular Wheels of Eight- and Nine-Atom Boron Clusters: Observation and Confirmation**

Abstract

Clusters of atoms can adopt different atomic arrangement from bulk materials. They often exhibit novel structures and properties, providing opportunities for new concepts of chemical bonding and stoichiometry.

Revised: May 2, 2008 | Published: December 15, 2003

Citation

Zhai H.J., A.N. Alexandrova, K.A. Birch, A.I. Boldyrev, and L. Wang. 2003. Hepta- and Octacoordinate Boron in Molecular Wheels of Eight- and Nine-Atom Boron Clusters: Observation and Confirmation**. Angewandte Chemie International Edition 42, no. 48:6004-6008. PNNL-SA-40019.