1) ZIF-8 is stable in air, stable in aqueous and strong alkaline conditions, instable in acidic condition
2) High thermal stability, thermal decomposition temperature above 400 ° C
1) Keep sealed in dry and cool condition
2) It is recommended to activate for 12 hours at 120 degree in vacuum before gas adsorption test
1) Gas (such as carbon dioxide) and pollutant adsorption.
2) As doped materials for negeative anode.
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