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A survey of the known highT c ternary systems of compounds is presented. Special emphasis has been placed on the part played by the crystal structure and bonding in the exhibition of highT c superconductivity. The superconducting and other physical properties of the ternary borides have been discussed in relatively more detail. Finally, the available guidelines from crystal and solid state chemistry points of view, have been reiterated for a search for new highT c materials.
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Subba Rao, G.V., Balakrishnan, G. Structure and superconductivity in ternary systems of compounds. Bull. Mater. Sci. 6, 283–316 (1984). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02743904
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