On the Structure of ${\rm ZnI_2}$

TL;DR

This paper proposes a new tetragonal structural model for ZnI2, supported by reflection data, revealing a nonlinear molecular arrangement within the unit cell.

Contribution

It introduces a novel tetragonal structure for ZnI2 with a nonlinear molecular array, validated through ASTM reflection analysis.

Findings

Proposes a tetragonal structure for ZnI2

Validates structure using ASTM 30-1479 reflections

Identifies nonlinear molecular arrangement

Abstract

A new structure for ${\rm ZnI_2}$ is proposed which it exists in tetragonal state. In this structure the ${\rm ZnI_2}$ molecule exists in a nonlinear array and forms the basis of the tetragonal unit cell with one basis per unit cell. The structural analysis based on the reflections listed in ASTM 30-1479 shows that the proposed structure is correct.