Ion exchange selectivity governs phase selection in zeolite synthesis

Abstract

Building on insights obtained in homo-ionic zeolite syntheses with alkali cations, phase selection in mixed systems was investigated using hydrated silicate ionic liquid-based media. This study relates phase selection and framework composition to ion exchange selectivity in zeolites. The analysis confirms and extends phase selection heuristics previously obtained in single-cation studies and enables targeted zeolite synthesis in multiple cation systems.