Solvent exchange in a metal–organic framework single crystal monitored by dynamic in situ X-ray diffraction
Understanding the processes by which porous solid-state materials adsorb and release guest molecules would represent a significant step towards developing rational design principles for functional porous materials. To elucidate the process of liquid exchange in these materials, dynamicin situX-ray diffraction techniques have been developed which utilize liquid-phase chemical stimuli. Using these time-resolved diffraction techniques, the ethanol solvation process in a flexible metal–organic framework [Co(AIP)(bpy)0.5(H2O)]·2H2O was examined. The measurements provide important insight into the nature of the chemical transformation in this system including the presence of a previously unreported neat ethanol solvate structure.
- Research Organization:
- Argonne National Lab. (ANL), Argonne, IL (United States). Advanced Photon Source (APS)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- OSTI ID:
- 1377902
- Journal Information:
- Acta Crystallographica. Section B, Structural Science, Crystal Engineering and Materials (Online), Vol. 73, Issue 4; ISSN 2052-5206
- Publisher:
- International Union of Crystallography
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- ENGLISH
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