Effect of water molecules on the diffusions of alkali metal ions in two-dimensional transition metal sulfides

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• This research aims to understand how the number of water molecules affects the diffusion of alkali metal ions in transition metal sulfides.
• Analyzed the diffusion behavior of alkali metal ions in two-dimensional transition metal sulfides.
• Studied the relationship between hydration levels and diffusion barriers.
• Compared diffusion rates with varying numbers of hydration water molecules.
• Hydrated alkali ions exhibit lower diffusion barriers when associated with more water molecules.
• Increased hydration leads to enhanced diffusion rates in two-dimensional transition metal sulfides.