Abstract:
The term paramolybdate refers to the species of formula [Mo Sub(7)O sub(24)]sup(6-). A convenient method for the rational synthesis of a sodium paramolybdate namely hexasodium heptamolybdate(VI) 14-hydrate Na sub(6)[Mo sub(7)O sub(24)].14H sub(2)O and its spectral and thermal characterization are reported. Cyclic voltammetric and conductivity studies of an aqueous solution of Na sub(6)[Mo sub(7)O sub(24)].14H sub(2)O reveal the presence of hydrated Na sup(+) ions and heptamolybdate anions in solution unlike a sodium coordinated heptamolybdate in the solid state.