Title: Zinc Nitride
CAS Registry Number: 1313-49-1
Molecular Formula: N2Zn3
Molecular Weight: 224.24
Percent Composition: N 12.49%, Zn 87.51%
Line Formula: Zn3N2
Literature References: Prepd by heating zinc amide, Zn(NH2)2, to 330° or by heating zinc dust to 600° in a stream of ammonia: Juza et al., Z. Anorg. Chem. 239, 273 (1938).
Properties: Blackish-gray, cryst solid.
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update.