Solvent-controlled self-assembly of tetrapodal [4 + 4] phosphate organic molecular cage.

ABSTRACT: Two flexible subcomponents, namely tris(4-formylphenyl)phosphate and tris(2-aminoethyl)amine, are assembled into a tetrapodal [4 + 4] cage depending on the solvent effect. Single-crystal structure analysis reveals that the caivity is surrounded by four phosphate uints. Good selectivity of CO₂ adsorption over CH₄ is demonstrated by the gas adsorption experiment.

SUBMITTER: Feng GF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7070053 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature