Why do we see a lot of oxides and fluorides bonding with f-block metals? Do they bond with polyatomic ions?
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In general, f-block elements are not nearly as well-studied as we'd like when it comes to their bonding with polyatomic ions.
I guess this counts---plutonium(III) hydroxide has a picture on wikipedia... with no in-text mention of it. I could randomly find an entry via google of ammonium plutonium carbonate...
I also think
So, I guess I would say yes, but I don't think it's well-studied. My research group is working with many f-block elements computationally, but they are still sticking with triatomics and other small molecules due to the massive computational cost in using high-levels of theory and complicated basis sets. We're getting there though!