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This research aims to explore how the microstructure of faujasite zeolites affects their proton conductivity during water adsorption.

April 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A0 citationsOpen Access

Lattice vs. Surface Water: Correlation between the Proton Conductivity and Microstructure of Faujasite Zeolites upon Water Adsorptions

GSGlorija Medak SpahićRudjer Boskovic Institute MDMarko DunatovRudjer Boskovic Institute JMJan MarčecNational Institute of Chemistry

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This research aims to explore how the microstructure of faujasite zeolites affects their proton conductivity during water adsorption.
Investigated the microstructure of faujasite zeolites during water adsorption using various characterization techniques.
Measured proton conductivity under different conditions of water adsorption.
Analyzed correlations between microstructure changes and conductivity results.
Found a strong correlation between the microstructure of zeolites and their proton conductivity.
Observed that increased water adsorption enhances proton conductivity in the faujasite zeolites.
Identified specific structural features that significantly influence conductivity levels.

Abstract

Zeolites are readily available crystalline materials with intrinsic porosity, and their outstanding physical and chemical properties have been demonstrated in many areas, including catalysis, adsorption, ion exchange, and gas separation....

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