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Synthesis and Characterization of Cyclodextrin-Based Metal–Organic Frameworks: Laboratory Experiments Adaptable to High School Laboratories

MOFs, or metal-organic frameworks, are porous materials composed of organic linkers connected by a metal ion, forming a highly ordered, crystalline structure. MOFs have generated significant attention for their synthetic tunability, and exceptionally high porosity. Gamma-cyclodextrin can self-assemble into metal-organic frameworks when combined with KOH or RbOH, enabling applications in gas adsorption and environmental remediation. These crystalline CD-MOFs are synthesized via vapor diffusion, and their reversible adsorption of synthetic dyes is investigated through both qualitative and quantitative analyses. This experiment can be adapted for use in educational settings ranging from high school to advanced undergraduate laboratories, engaging students across various subfields of chemistry, including fundamental principles, advanced materials, and the broader societal impacts of chemistry.

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