The preparation conditions for NpO2OOCH.H2O are studied. The compound
crystallizes from solutions containing a small excess of NH4OOCH in th
e range 80-140-degrees-C. The dihydrate is formed at lower temperature
s under these same conditions. The synthesis is described. Data are pr
esented for the x-ray phase analysis, thermogravimetry, and electronic
absorption spectrum of the new Np(V) double formates KNpO2(OOCH)2 and
NH4NPO2(OOCH)2.