DFT geometry optimisation and NBO/MESP analysis
Ni2(HITP)3 DFT model · Model
B3LYP density functional theory with 6-311++G** basis set implemented in Gaussian09; model compared before and after obtaining four electrons.
| Property | Reported value | Normalised value | Uncertainty | Origin and quality | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| model reduction state | after obtaining four electrons | — | — | Caption Exact Reported | 7 · Results and discussion · Fig. 7 |
| MESP colour-scale minimum | -0.623 to 0 | — | — | Figure Axis Rounded Reported | 7 · Results and discussion · Fig. 7c-d |
| DFT charge distribution interpretation | more negatively charged zone expected to have stronger interaction with Li+ | — | — | Text Qualitative | 7 · Results and discussion · Fig. 7 |