Why are zeolites harder to make than MOFs? A study of the sodalite system

Key Points

• The research aims to understand why the mechanochemical synthesis of zeolites is less advanced compared to MOFs.
• Analyzed the mechanochemical processes involved in synthesizing zeolites and MOFs.
• Compared the efficiency and sustainability of the two synthesis methods.
• Examined the specific challenges associated with producing zeolites, focusing on the sodalite system.
• Identified significant barriers in the mechanochemical production of zeolites.
• Found that grinding techniques contribute to the complexity of zeolite synthesis.
• Demonstrated that MOFs can be synthesized more efficiently with current methods.