Zeolite framework flexibility: A new dimension for zeolite catalysts

Key Points

• Framework flexibility of zeolites improves catalytic activity by enabling better molecular access, enhancing adsorption.
• Increased ionic exchange capacity is observed, which favors efficient catalytic processes in various chemical reactions.
• Assessment of zeolite structure reveals that flexibility contributes to adjustments in pore size and distribution under different conditions.
• This study may enable advancements in the design of more efficient zeolite catalysts for industrial applications.