Switching Spin‐States: Spin Crossover vs. Coordination‐Induced Spin‐State Switching
Gerald Hörner, Birgit Weber
Abstract
Abstract Switchable molecular materials have continued to attract the interest of chemists and physicists for decades. A prominent example are spin crossover complexes, where numerous textbooks, review articles, and special issues are available. A highly interesting alternative is the coordination‐induced spin‐state switching. In this concept, we will compare the two spin‐state switching mechanisms and discuss common aspects and differences. Additionally, a short overview of coordination‐induced spin state switching will be given.
Topics & Concepts
ChemistrySpin crossoverSpin statesSpin (aerodynamics)Condensed matter physicsCoordination complexCrystallographyMetalInorganic chemistryPhysicsThermodynamicsOrganic chemistryAdvanced NMR Techniques and ApplicationsMagnetism in coordination complexesQuantum and electron transport phenomena