An X-ray diffraction, magnetic susceptibility and spectroscopic studies of Yb2−xCrxO3

Polycrystalline samples with general formula Yb2−xCrxO3 (037 K, the inverse paramagnetic susceptibilities are non-linear versus temperature. This deviation from the Curie–Weiss behaviour was discussed.

Graphical abstractThe least square fit to the modified Curie–Weiss law shows paramagnetic interaction in Yb2−xCrxO3 (00.03 Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► We described our attempts to synthesize Yb2−xCrxO3 series of compounds.► The products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, Raman and magnetic measurements. ► Cr showed a maximum solubility of 2.8 mol% in Yb2O3 sesquioxide at 1000 °C. ► The least square fit to the modified Curie–Weiss law shows paramagnetic interaction. ► The YbCrO3 phase impurity has no influence on the magnetic properties of the samples.