Resolving the inner versus outer component of the 5 f radial wavefunction in the early actinides

Nathan M. Alcock; Myron Huzan; Timothy Burrow; Myrtille O.J.Y Hunault; Christelle Tamain; Matthieu Autillo; Thomas Dumas; Michael L. Baker

doi:10.1039/d6sc02413k

January 1, 2026Chemical ScienceOpen Access

Resolving the inner versus outer component of the 5 f radial wavefunction in the early actinides

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The aim is to explore the behavior of 5f orbitals in actinides and their influence on bonding and reactivity.
Conducted experimental measurements of 5f radial wavefunctions.
Analyzed the inner and outer components of the wavefunction.
Applied theoretical models to interpret bonding behavior.
Demonstrated distinct roles of inner and outer components of 5f wavefunction in bonding.
Found correlations between 5f behavior and chemical reactivity of early actinides.
Revealed significant insights into actinide bonding properties.

Implication

Experimental analysis reveals bonding roles of 5f orbitals in actinide chemistry, suggesting deeper insights into reactivity.

Abstract

Actinide chemistry is largely defined by 5f orbital behaviour, but experimental measurements of their role in bonding are scarce, despite their importance for understanding chemical reactivity. Here, we demonstrate that...

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Alcock et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fed03cb9154b0b828773d8 https://doi.org/10.1039/d6sc02413k

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Resolving the inner versus outer component of the 5 f radial wavefunction in the early actinides

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Resolving the inner versus outer component of the 5 f radial wavefunction in the early actinides

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