Synthesis, size and structural evolution of metal–organic framework-199 via a reaction–diffusion process at room temperature

Abstract

Single crystals of metal–organic framework-199 are successfully synthesized in a hydrogel medium using a reaction–diffusion framework. This method is rapid, efficient, scalable, and environmentally friendly. Control over the size, dispersity and the morphology of the crystals is achieved and several key parameters in the mechanism of crystal growth are elucidated.