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Mallette AJ, Shilpa K, Rimer JD. The Current Understanding of Mechanistic Pathways in Zeolite Crystallization. Chem Rev 2024; 124:3416-3493. [PMID: 38484327 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Zeolite catalysts and adsorbents have been an integral part of many commercial processes and are projected to play a significant role in emerging technologies to address the changing energy and environmental landscapes. The ability to rationally design zeolites with tailored properties relies on a fundamental understanding of crystallization pathways to strategically manipulate processes of nucleation and growth. The complexity of zeolite growth media engenders a diversity of crystallization mechanisms that can manifest at different synthesis stages. In this review, we discuss the current understanding of classical and nonclassical pathways associated with the formation of (alumino)silicate zeolites. We begin with a brief overview of zeolite history and seminal advancements, followed by a comprehensive discussion of different classes of zeolite precursors with respect to their methods of assembly and physicochemical properties. The following two sections provide detailed discussions of nucleation and growth pathways wherein we emphasize general trends and highlight specific observations for select zeolite framework types. We then close with conclusions and future outlook to summarize key hypotheses, current knowledge gaps, and potential opportunities to guide zeolite synthesis toward a more exact science.
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- Adam J Mallette
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77204, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77204, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 77204, United States
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Zibrowius B, Fischer M. On the Use of Solomon Echoes in 27 Al NMR Studies of Complex Aluminium Hydrides. ChemistryOpen 2024; 13:e202300011. [PMID: 37316892 PMCID: PMC10784626 DOI: 10.1002/open.202300011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023] Open
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The quadrupole coupling constant CQ and the asymmetry parameter η have been determined for two complex aluminium hydrides from 27 Al NMR spectra recorded for stationary samples by using the Solomon echo sequence. The thus obtained data for KAlH4 (CQ =(1.30±0.02) MHz, η=(0.64±0.02)) and NaAlH4 (CQ =(3.11±0.02) MHz, η<0.01) agree very well with data previously determined from MAS NMR spectra. The accuracy with which these parameters can be determined from static spectra turned out to be at least as good as via the MAS approach. The experimentally determined parameters (δiso , CQ and η) are compared with those obtained from DFT-GIPAW (density functional theory - gauge-including projected augmented wave) calculations. Except for the quadrupole coupling constant for KAlH4 , which is overestimated in the GIPAW calculations by about 30 %, the agreement is excellent. Advantages of the application of the Solomon echo sequence for the measurement of less stable materials or for in situ studies are discussed.
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- Crystallography & Geomaterials Research, Faculty of GeosciencesUniversity of BremenKlagenfurter Straße 2–428359BremenGermany
- Bremen Center for Computational Materials ScienceUniversity of Bremen28359BremenGermany
- MAPEX Center for Materials and ProcessesUniversity of Bremen28359BremenGermany
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Alahakoon S, Willans MJ, Huang Y. In Situ Multinuclear Magic-Angle Spinning NMR: Monitoring Crystallization of Molecular Sieve AlPO 4-11 in Real Time. JACS AU 2023; 3:1670-1683. [PMID: 37388699 PMCID: PMC10302754 DOI: 10.1021/jacsau.3c00109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2023] [Revised: 04/16/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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Molecular sieves are crystalline three-dimensional frameworks with well-defined channels and cavities. They have been widely used in industry for many applications such as gas separation/purification, ion exchange, and catalysis. Obviously, understanding the formation mechanisms is fundamentally important. High-resolution solid-state NMR spectroscopy is a powerful method for the study of molecular sieves. However, due to technical challenges, the vast majority of the high-resolution solid-state NMR studies on molecular sieve crystallization are ex situ. In the present work, using a new commercially available NMR rotor that can withhold high pressure and high temperature, we examined the formation of molecular sieve AlPO4-11 under dry gel conversion conditions by in situ multinuclear (1H, 27Al, 31P, and 13C) magic-angle spinning (MAS) solid-state NMR. In situ high-resolution NMR spectra obtained as a function of heating time provide much insights underlying the crystallization mechanism of AlPO4-11. Specifically, in situ 27Al and 31P MAS NMR along with 1H → 31P cross-polarization (CP) MAS NMR were used to monitor the evolution of the local environments of framework Al and P, in situ 1H → 13C CP MAS NMR to follow the behavior of the organic structure directing agent, and in situ 1H MAS NMR to unveil the effect of water content on crystallization kinetics. The in situ MAS NMR results lead to a better understanding of the formation of AlPO4-11.
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Minami A, Hu P, Sada Y, Yamada H, Ohara K, Yonezawa Y, Sasaki Y, Yanaba Y, Takemoto M, Yoshida Y, Okubo T, Wakihara T. Tracking Sub-Nano-Scale Structural Evolution in Zeolite Synthesis by In Situ High-Energy X-ray Total Scattering Measurement with Pair Distribution Function Analysis. J Am Chem Soc 2022; 144:23313-23320. [PMID: 36524986 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.2c05722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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The crystallization mechanism of zeolites remains unclarified to date because of lack of effective techniques in characterizing the local structures of amorphous precursors under synthetic conditions. Herein, in situ high-energy X-ray total scattering measurement with pair distribution function analysis is performed throughout the hydrothermal synthesis of SSZ-13 zeolite to investigate the amorphous-to-crystalline transformation at the sub-nano level in real time. Ordered four-membered rings (4Rs) are dominantly formed during the induction period, prior to the significant increase in the number of symmetric six- and eight-membered rings (6Rs and 8Rs) in the crystal growth stage. These preformed ordered 4Rs contribute to the formation of d6r and cha composite building units containing 6Rs and 8Rs with the assistance of the organic structure-directing agent, leading to the construction of embryonic zeolite crystallites, which facilitate the crystal growth through a particle attachment pathway. This work enriches the toolbox for better understanding the crystallization pathway of zeolites.
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- Ayano Minami
- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan.,Institute of Engineering Innovation, The University of Tokyo, 2-11-16 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Japan Synchrotron Radiation Research Institute/SPring-8, 1-1-1 Kouto, Sayo-cho, Sayo-gun, Hyogo679-5198, Japan
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- Japan Synchrotron Radiation Research Institute/SPring-8, 1-1-1 Kouto, Sayo-cho, Sayo-gun, Hyogo679-5198, Japan
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- Institute of Engineering Innovation, The University of Tokyo, 2-11-16 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Nanostructures Research Laboratory, Japan Fine Ceramics Center, 2-4-1 Mutsuno, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya456-8587, Japan
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- Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, 4-6-1 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo153-8505, Japan
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- Institute of Engineering Innovation, The University of Tokyo, 2-11-16 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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- Department of Chemical System Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan.,Institute of Engineering Innovation, The University of Tokyo, 2-11-16 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo113-8656, Japan
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Wang W, Xu J, Deng F. Recent advances in solid-state NMR of zeolite catalysts. Natl Sci Rev 2022; 9:nwac155. [PMID: 36131885 PMCID: PMC9486922 DOI: 10.1093/nsr/nwac155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2022] [Revised: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Zeolites are important inorganic crystalline microporous materials with a broad range of applications in the areas of catalysis, ion exchange, and adsorption/separations. Solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy has proven to be a powerful tool in the study of zeolites and relevant catalytic reactions because of its advantage in providing atomic-level insights into molecular structure and dynamic behavior. In this review, we provide a brief discussion on the recent progress in exploring framework structures, catalytically active sites and intermolecular interactions in zeolites and metal-containing ones by using various solid-state NMR methods. Advances in the mechanistic understanding of zeolite-catalysed reactions including methanol and ethanol conversions are presented as selected examples. Finally, we discuss the prospect of the solid-state NMR technique for its application in zeolites.
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- Weiyu Wang
- National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Petersen H, Weidenthaler C. A review of recent developments for the in situ/operando characterization of nanoporous materials. Inorg Chem Front 2022. [DOI: 10.1039/d2qi00977c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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This is a review on up-to-date in situ/operando methods for a comprehensive characterization of nanoporous materials. The group of nanoporous materials is constantly growing, and with it, the variety of...
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A Short Review on the Utilization of Incense Sticks Ash as an Emerging and Overlooked Material for the Synthesis of Zeolites. CRYSTALS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/cryst11101255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The traditional hydrothermal synthesis methods are mainly performed under batch operation, which generally takes few days to weeks to yield a zeolite with the desired properties and structure. The zeolites are the backbone of the petrochemical and wastewater industries due to their importance. The commercial methods for zeolite synthesis are expensive, laborious and energy intensive. Among waste products, incense sticks ash is a compound of aluminosilicates and could act as a potential candidate for the synthesis of zeolites for daily needs in these industries. Incense sticks ash is the byproduct of religious places and houses and is rich in Ca, Mg, Al and Si. As a result, incense sticks ash can be proven to be a potential candidate for the formation of calcium-rich zeolites. The formation of zeolites from incense sticks ash is an economical, reliable and eco-friendly method. The application of incense sticks ash for zeolite synthesis can also minimize the problem related to its disposal in the water bodies, which will also minimize the solid waste in countries where it is considered sacred and generated in tons every day.
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