Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework
Abstract Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of porous materials that are of topical interest for their utility in water-related applications. Nevertheless, molecular-level insight into water-MOF interactions and MOF hydrolytic reactivity remains understudied. Herein, we report two hydrolyti...
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| description | Abstract Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of porous materials that are of topical interest for their utility in water-related applications. Nevertheless, molecular-level insight into water-MOF interactions and MOF hydrolytic reactivity remains understudied. Herein, we report two hydrolytic pathways leading to either structural stability or framework decomposition of a MOF (ZnMOF-1). The two distinct ZnMOF-1 water reaction pathways are linked to the diffusion rate of incorporated guest dimethylformamide (DMF) molecules: slow diffusion of DMF triggers evolution of the initial MOF into a water-stable MOF product exhibiting enhanced water adsorption, while fast exchange of DMF with water leads to decomposition. The starting MOF, three intermediates from the water reaction pathways and the final stable MOF have been characterized. The documentation of two distinct pathways counters the stereotype that water exposure always leads to destruction or degradation of water-sensitive MOFs, and demonstrates that water-stable MOFs with improved adsorption properties can be prepared via controlled solvent-triggered structural rearrangement. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-6847799a7f6f46699e68b194aa8c969a2025-01-05T12:35:21ZengNature PortfolioNature Communications2041-17232024-12-0115111310.1038/s41467-024-54493-7Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic frameworkShoushun Chen0Zelin Zhang1Wei Chen2Bryan E. G. Lucier3Mansheng Chen4Wanli Zhang5Haihong Zhu6Ivan Hung7Anmin Zheng8Zhehong Gan9Dongsheng Lei10Yining Huang11Lanzhou Magnetic Resonance Center, Frontiers Science Center for Rare Isotopes, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou UniversitySchool of Physical Science and Technology, Electron Microscopy Centre of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou UniversityInnovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesDepartment of Chemistry, University of Western OntarioDepartment of Chemistry, University of Western OntarioDepartment of Chemistry, University of Western OntarioLanzhou Magnetic Resonance Center, Frontiers Science Center for Rare Isotopes, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou UniversityNational High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL)Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesNational High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL)School of Physical Science and Technology, Electron Microscopy Centre of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou UniversityDepartment of Chemistry, University of Western OntarioAbstract Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of porous materials that are of topical interest for their utility in water-related applications. Nevertheless, molecular-level insight into water-MOF interactions and MOF hydrolytic reactivity remains understudied. Herein, we report two hydrolytic pathways leading to either structural stability or framework decomposition of a MOF (ZnMOF-1). The two distinct ZnMOF-1 water reaction pathways are linked to the diffusion rate of incorporated guest dimethylformamide (DMF) molecules: slow diffusion of DMF triggers evolution of the initial MOF into a water-stable MOF product exhibiting enhanced water adsorption, while fast exchange of DMF with water leads to decomposition. The starting MOF, three intermediates from the water reaction pathways and the final stable MOF have been characterized. The documentation of two distinct pathways counters the stereotype that water exposure always leads to destruction or degradation of water-sensitive MOFs, and demonstrates that water-stable MOFs with improved adsorption properties can be prepared via controlled solvent-triggered structural rearrangement.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-54493-7 |
| spellingShingle | Shoushun Chen Zelin Zhang Wei Chen Bryan E. G. Lucier Mansheng Chen Wanli Zhang Haihong Zhu Ivan Hung Anmin Zheng Zhehong Gan Dongsheng Lei Yining Huang Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework Nature Communications |
| title | Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework |
| title_full | Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework |
| title_fullStr | Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework |
| title_full_unstemmed | Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework |
| title_short | Understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a Zn metal-organic framework |
| title_sort | understanding water reaction pathways to control the hydrolytic reactivity of a zn metal organic framework |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-54493-7 |
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