Simulating Microwave-Heated Diffusion in Zeolite Nanopores

Zeolites are nanoporous crystalline alumino-silicates with a rich variety of interesting properties and industrial applications. With over 140 zeolite framework topologies synthetically available—each with its own range of compositions—zeolites offer size-, shapeand electrostaticallyselective adsorption, diffusion and reaction up to remarkably high temperatures. Zeolites are widely used as petroleum catalysts, desiccants, ion exchangers and filters, environmentally safe detergents, and as molecular sieves for separating chemical mixtures. It is safe to say that zeolites offer a rich array of nanotechnologies. The structural and chemical versatility offered by zeolites strongly suggests that other applications lie ahead for these materials. During the past few years, a flurry of interest has emerged in using microwave-heated zeolites in chemical processes, such as catalyst synthesis, ion Simulating Microwave-Heated Diffusion in Zeolite Nanopores