One-Dimensional Mixed-valence Ce(III)/Ce(IV)-Containing Arsenotungstate for Photocatalytic Synthesis of Quinazolines

Key Points

• The research aims to synthesize and characterize a new mixed-valence cerium-containing polyoxometalate for photocatalytic applications.
• Synthesis of Na18[Ce(III)2(H2O)12Ce(IV)6(μ3-O)4(μ3-OH)4(AsW9O33)4]·33H2O
• Characterization of the synthesized compound, Ce8As4W36
• Investigation of photocatalytic activity for quinazoline synthesis.
• Successful synthesis of Ce8As4W36
• Characterization confirms hexanuclear cerium cluster and Keggin-type units
• Demonstrated photocatalytic activity for the synthesis of quinazolines.