Comprehensive Study of Sr2Ni(BO3)2 Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Crystal Structure, Magnetic Evolution, and Dielectric Performance
摘要
Nanostructured Sr2Ni(BO3)2 was successfully synthesized using a solid-state route, yielding a monoclinic phase with distinctive fibrous and granular morphology. Structural and spectroscopic analyses confirm the integrity of the borate framework, while magnetic measurements reveal complex spin dynamics, including a transition from antiferromagnetic to paramagnetic states with an unusually low effective magnetic moment. Thermal and high-temperature X-ray diffraction (HT-XRD) studies expose sequential phase transitions between 400 and 800 °C, accompanied by structural rearrangements. Notably, Sr₂Ni(BO₃)₂ displays a strong dielectric anomaly around 370–470 °C, indicative of thermally activated relaxation processes. These findings point to Sr₂Ni(BO₃)₂ as a promising multifunctional material with potential for use in magneto-dielectric applications, thermal sensors, and smart electronic systems.