Ni3(Po4)2

The compound Ni3(PO4)2 is a chemical formula representing a nickel phosphate compound. It consists of three nickel atoms and two phosphate ions, with the overall charge being neutral.

In this compound, the nickel atoms are in the +2 oxidation state, while the phosphate ions carry a -3 charge each. The nickel atoms are surrounded by six oxygen atoms arranged octahedrally, forming coordination complexes with the phosphate groups.

Ni3(PO4)2 has a crystal structure that belongs to the monoclinic system, with lattice parameters a = 12.014 Å, b = 6.181 Å, c = 9.020 Å, and β = 107.87°. The unit cell contains two formula units.

This compound is insoluble in water and has a low solubility in most common solvents. It is often used as a starting material for preparing other nickel compounds or as a catalyst in various chemical reactions.