Formation, characterization and sintering of alkoxy-derived bismuth vanadate

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Abstract

Monoclinic BiVO4 is formed by the hydrolysis of bismuth and vanadyl double alkoxide, followed by washing and drying. Its average particle size is ≈45 nm. The chemical structure is described by the formula Bi(VO4). Sintered pellets with nearly theoretical density are prepared by hot pressing for 2 h at 750°C and 29.4 MPa. The electrical conductivity of the pellets has been measured at 150° to 550°C. Data are interpreted in terms of ionic conductivity due to oxygen ion vacancies.

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