Issue 11, 2006

Crystal porosity and the burden of proof

Abstract

The study of porosity in the context of crystal engineering is rapidly growing in intensity. However, claims of porosity are often highly subjective and use of the term “porous” is susceptible to abuse. This contribution discusses some of the criteria to be considered when stating that a particular crystal structure is porous.

Graphical abstract: Crystal porosity and the burden of proof

Article information

Article type
40th Anniversary Article
First published
20 Feb 2006

Chem. Commun., 2006, 1163-1168

Crystal porosity and the burden of proof

L. J. Barbour, Chem. Commun., 2006, 1163 DOI: 10.1039/B515612M

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