Carbonate-assisted transformation of manganese silicate nanoparticles via solid-to-hollow structural transition

Ye Zhang, Zhengying Gu, Wenli Hu, Shumin Li, Yining Yao, Chengzhong Yu

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Abstract

The bubble-like manganese silicate nanoparticles with a diameter of ∼10 nm have attracted much attention in diverse applications, however their formation mechanisms are under debate. Herein, we revisit the formation of bubble-like manganese silicate nanoparticles and demonstrate a solid-to-hollow conversion process. The solid MnxOy(CO3)mSiz as an intermediate is formed during hydrothermal reaction. The thermal decomposition of MnxOy(CO3)mSiz leads to the solid to hollow structure transformation. Finally, bubble-like manganese silicate nanoparticles are formed. These findings are expected to provide insights in designing other hollow metal silicate nanoparticles.

Original languageEnglish
Article number112560
JournalMicroporous and Mesoporous Materials
Volume354
DOIs
StatePublished - 15 Apr 2023

Keywords

  • Bubble-like manganese silicate
  • Solid-to-hollow conversion
  • Thermal decomposition

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