Selective Transport of Cesium and Strontium Ions Through Polymer Inclusion Membranes Containing Calixarenes as Carriers

Abstract

Cs⁺ and Sr²⁺ are selectively removed over Na⁺ from acidic aqueous solutions with high Na⁺ concentrations by using membranes designed to selectively transport one of the two cations. To this end, calix[4]arene derivatives were used as carriers in polymer inclusion membranes (PIMs). The synthesis and characterization of new calix[4]arene derivatives (a bisamide (2) and three bisesters (3, 5 and 6)) used for the separation of Sr²⁺ are described. Another bisester (4) was employed for the same separation. In addition, a calix[4]arene-crown-6 (7) was incorporated into the membrane for Cs⁺ extraction. The concentration of each membrane component (polymer, carrier and counter-ion) was optimized and the permeability coefficients (P, m sec^?1) of Cs⁺, Sr²⁺ and Na⁺ were determined. A synergistic effect between the calixarenes and dinonylnaphtalenesulfonic acid, used as counterion, (DNNS, 8) was observed. High selectivity of Cs⁺ over Na⁺ and of Sr²⁺ over Na⁺ were obtained with compounds 7 and 3, respectively. The best P for Sr²⁺ was obtained with compound 4. A long-term experiment was carried out to demonstrate the durability of PIMs. PIMs are compared to classical supported liquid membranes.     

Anion mediated,tunable isoguanosine self-assemblies: decoding the conformation influence and solvent effects

Systematic investigations were performed with various substituted groups at C8 purine and ribose. A series of isoG analogs, C8-phenyl substituted isoG were synthesized and applied for Cs⁺ coordination. The structural proximity between purine and ribose limited pentaplex formation for C8-phenyl substituted isoG derivatives. Based on this observation, deoxy isoG derivative with modification on ribose (tert-butyldimethylsilyl ether) was applied to assemble with the Cs⁺ cation. Critical solvent (CDCl₃ and CD₃CN) and anion (BPh₄⁻, BARF⁻, and PF₆⁻) effects were revealed, leading to the controllable formation of various stable isoG pentaplexes, including singly charged decamer, doubly charged decamer, and 15-mer, etc. Finally, the X-ray crystal structure of [isoG₂₀Cs₃]³⁺(BARF⁻)₃ was successfully obtained, which is the first example of multiple-layer deoxy isoG binding with the Cs⁺ cation, providing solid evidence of this new isoG ionophore beyond two-layer sandwich self-assembly.

The first example of multiple-layer deoxy isoG self-assembly was characterized by X-ray crystal structure. Critical solvent and anion effects were revealed, leading to the controllable formation of various stable isoG assemblies.     

Separation and Removal of Metal Ionic Species by Polymer Inclusion Membranes

Competitive alkali metal cation transport across polymer inclusion membranes (PIMs) containing sym-(alkyl)dibenzo-16-crown-5-oxyacetic acid carriers provides excellent selectivity for Na⁺ transport with the total fluxes being strongly influenced by the length of the alkyl chain that is attached geminal to the functional side arm in the lariat ether. Removal of chromium(VI) anions by PIMs from acidic aqueous phases was also investigated. Using tri-n-octylamine (TOA) as the ion carrier, Cr(VI) was removed by a PIM to decrease the source phase metal concentration from 1.0 to 0.010 ppm after 30 hours of transport. Competitive transport of Cr(VI) and Cr(III) ions from acidic source phases through PIMs and supported liquid membranes (SLMs) containing TOA and tri-n-octylphosphine oxide (TOPO) as carriers was evaluated and a very high Cr(VI)/Cr(III) separation ratio of 4800 was achieved with a PIM containing TOA. Competitive transport of Zn(II), Cd(II), and Cr(VI) from acidic aqueous solutions through PIMs containing TOA was investigated. The selectivity order for metal ion transport was: HCrO₄ ^–>CdCl₄ ^2–+CdCl₃ ^–>ZnCl₄ ^2–+ ZnCl₃ ^–. Non-contact atomic force microscopy was used to obtain images of the pores in cellulose triacetate membranes containing a plasticizer.     

Cation transport at 25°c from binary Na+Mn+, Cs+Mn+ and Sr2+Mn+ nitrate mixtures in a H2OCHCl3H2O liquid membrane system containing a series of macrocyclic carriers

Cation fluxes from binary mixtures of either Na⁺, Cs⁺ or Sr²⁺ with other alkali metal cations, alkaline earth metal cations, and Pb²⁺ through a H₂OCHCl³H₂O bulk liquid membrane system containing one of several macrocyclic carriers have been determined Nitrate salts were used in all cases. The most selective transport of Na⁺ over all other cations studied was found with the carrier cryptand [2.2.1]. Selective transport of Na⁺ relative to Li⁺, Cs⁺ and the alkaline earth cations was found with cryptand [2.2.2B] and cryptand [2.2.2D]. The ligands 21-crown-7 and dibenzo-24-crown-8 showed selective transport of Cs⁺ over the second cation in all cases. Several macrocycles showed selectivity for Sr²⁺ over the second cation with the macrocycle 1,10-diaza-18-crown-6 showing the highest selectivity for this cation of all ligands studied. Relative fluxes from binary cation mixtures are rationalized in terms of macrocycle cavity size, donor atom type and ring substituents.     

Calixcrowns and related molecules

The synthesis of 1,2- and 1,3-calix[4]-bis-crowns, double calix[4]arenes and double calixcrowns have been shown to depend on the reaction conditions (nature of the base, structure of the ditosylates, and the stoichiometry of the reactants). The 1,3-alternate conformation of the 1,3-calix[4]-bis-crowns was shown to be favourable to the selective complexation of cesium cation. The observed Na⁺/Cs⁺ selectivity was exploited in separation processes using them as carriers in transport through supported liquid membranes (SLMs). The best Na⁺/Cs⁺ selectivity (1/45 000) was observed for the naphthyl derivative 7. Calix(aza) crowns and 1,3-calix[4]-bis-(aza)-crowns were also produced through the preliminary formation of the Schiff base-calixarenes, which were further hydrogenated. The syntheses consisted of the 1,3-selective alkylation of calixarenes followed by cyclization into a 1,3-bridged calixarene or by the direct 1,3-capping of the calixarene with appropriate ditosylates. Soft metal complexation by these ligands is also presented.This paper is dedicated to the commemorative issue on the 50th anniversary of calixarenes.     

Cs+ -selective membrane electrodes based on ethylene glycol-functionalized polymeric microspheres

A new strategy for improving the robustness of membrane-based ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) is introduced based on the incorporation of microsphere-immobilized ionophores into plasticized polymer membranes. As a model system, a Cs⁺-selective electrode was developed by doping ethylene glycol-functionalized cross-linked polystyrene microspheres (P-EG) into a plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) matrix containing sodium tetrakis-[3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] borate (TFPB) as the ion exchanger. Electrodes were evaluated with respect to Cs⁺ in terms of sensitivity, selectivity, and dynamic response. ISEs containing P-EG and TFPB that were plasticized with 2-nitrophenyl octyl ether (NPOE) yielded a linear range from 10⁻¹ to 10⁻⁵ M Cs⁺, a slope of 55.4 mV/decade, and a lower detection limit (log a_Cs) of −5.3. In addition, these membranes also demonstrated superior selectivity over Li⁺, Na⁺, and alkaline earth metal ion interferents when compared to analogous membranes plasticized with bis(2-ethylhexyl) sebacate (DOS) or membranes containing a lipophilic, mobile ethylene glycol derivative (ethylene glycol monooctadecyl ether (U-EG)) as ionophore.     

Studies on the macrocycle mediated transport of some metal cations through a bulk liquid membrane system using kryptofix 22

Competitive transport experiments involving Fe⁺³, Cr⁺³, Ni⁺², Co⁺², Ca⁺², Mg⁺² and K⁺ metal cations from an aqueous source phase through some organic membranes into an aqueous receiving phase have been carried out using 4,13-diaza-18-crown-6 (kryptofix 22) as an ionophore present in the organic membrane phase. Fluxes and selectivities for competitive of the metal cations transport across bulk liquid membranes have been determined. A good selectivity was observed for K⁺ cation by kryptofix 22 in 1,2-dichloroethane (1,2-DCE) membrane system. The sequence of selectivity for potassium ion in the organic solvents was found to be: 1,2-DCE > DCM (dichloromethane) >CHCl₃. The transport of K⁺ cation was also studied in the DCM-1,2-DCE, CHCl₃-1,2-DCE and CHCl₃-DCM binary mixed solvents as membrane phase. A non-linear relationship was observed between the transport rate of K⁺ ion and the composition of these binary mixed solvents. The amount of K⁺ transported follows the trend: DCM-DCE > CHCl₃-DCE > CHCl₃-DCM in the bulk liquid membrane studies. Then, the selective transport of K⁺ cation through a DCM-1,2-DCE bulk liquid membrane was studied by kryptofix 22 as an efficient carrier. The highest transport efficiency was obtained by investigating the influence of different parameters such as the concentration of kryptofix 22 in the membrane phase, pH of the source and the receiving phases and the equilibrium time of the transport process. Maximum transport value of 71.62 ± 1.61% was observed for K⁺ ion after 4 hours, when its concentration was 4 × 10^–3 M.     

Transport of Ca2+, Sr2+, Ba2+, Na+, K+ and Cs+ through hollow fiber supported liquid membrane

The transport of metal ions (Ca²⁺, Sr²⁺, Ba²⁺, Na⁺, K⁺, Cs⁺) through hollow fiber supported dichlorobenzene liquid membrane has been studied. The transport of cations using 8-crown-6 ether as a carrier and picrate as co-counter ion as well as a pertraction device and capillary isotachophoresis (ITP) measurement of the cation concentration is described.     

Cation Transport across Bulk Liquid Organic Membranes with Oligomers of (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic Acid

Several oligomeric derivatives 1–5 of (R)-3-hydroxybutanoic acid and a cyclic trimer of (R)-3-hydroxypentanoic acid ( 6 ) were used as ionophores to transport potassium picrate across a bulk liquid CH₂Cl₂ membrane. Using the cyclic trimer 1 and an oligomer mixture of (R)-3-hydroxybutanoic acid, 5 (ca. 28-mer), for the transport experiments, the alkali-metal ions from Li⁺ to Cs⁺ and the alkaline-earth-metal ions from Mg²⁺ to Ba²⁺ were also shown to be transported through the organic phase. Although a pronounced enhancement of the transport rates was observed in the presence of 3-hydroxyalkanoate oligomers, no special selectivity for one ion was detected. The ionophore properties of the investigated oligomers and oligolides derived from 3-hydroxybutanoic acid are compatible with the alleged role of oligo(3-hydroxybutanoate) (c-PHB; ca. 120-mer) as component of ion channels through cell membranes.     

Calorimetric Investigation of the Complexation of Didodecylcalix[4]arene-crown-6 with Alkali Metal and Ammonium Cations in Acetonitrile

Abstract

The Cs⁺ selectivity of some calix-crown ligands makes them excellent candidates for use in separation systems such as liquid membranes. Separation performance can be understood and predicted from thermodynamic data for cation complexation. We have therefore determined the log K, ΔH and ΔS for the interaction of Na⁺, K⁺, Rb⁺, Cs⁺ and NH₄ ⁺ with didodecyl-calix[4]arene-crown-6 in acetonitrile at 25°C by titration calorimetry. The ligand is strongly selective for Cs⁺, and the selectivity trend results entirely from the enthalpy contribution, with entropy effects opposing the trend. These results are discussed in light of some corresponding data obtained by other researchers with similar ligands.     

New 2-methylenepropylene-bridged cryptands with high sodium ion selectivity: A thermodynamic study of complexation

Thermodynamic quantities for the interactions of mono- and tri(2-methylenepropylene)-bridged cryptands, cryptand [3.3.1], cryptand [2.2.2], and 18-crown-6-with Na⁺, K⁺, Rb⁺, and Cs⁺ have been determined by calorimetric titration in an 80:20 (v/v) methanol: water solution at 25°C. Incorporation of the 2-methylenepropylene (–CH₂C(=CH₂)CH₂–) bridge(s) into cryptand [2.2.2] results in a large change in the ligand-cation binding properties. Tri(2-methylenepropylene)-bridged cryptand [2.2.2] (2) shows high selectivity factors for Na⁺ over K⁺ and other alkali cations, while 2-methylenepropylene-bridged cryptand [2.2.2.] (1) selects K⁺ over Na⁺, as does cryptand [2.2.2]. The K⁺/Na⁺ selectivity is reversed with increasing number of 2-methylenepropylene bridges. This observation indicates that increasing the number of 2-methylenepropylene bridges on cryptand [2.2.2] favors complexation of a small cation over a large one. The logK values for the formation of 1 and 2 complexes (except 1-Cs⁺ and 2-Na⁺) decrease as compared with those for the corresponding [2.2.2] complexes. Formation of six-membered chelate ring(s) by the propyleneoxy unit(s) of 1 and 2 with a cation stabilizes the cryptate complexes of the small Na⁺ and destabilizes the complexes of large alkali metal cations. Thermodynamic data indicate that the stabilities of the cryptate complexes studied are dominated mostly by the enthalpy change. In most cases, both stabilization of Na⁺ complexes and destabilization of the complexes of large alkali metal cations by six-membered chelate ring(s) also result from an enthalpic effect. Cryptand [3.3.1] shows a selectivity for K⁺ over Cs⁺, despite its two long CH₂(CH₂OCH₂)₃CH₂ bridges. The [3.1] macroring portion of [3.3.1]may be too small to effectively bind the Cs⁺, resulting in the low stability of the Cs⁺ complex.     

Rotational molecular motion and solvation of Na+ and Cs+ in water-dimethylacetamide. A nuclear magnetic relaxation study

Nuclear magnetic relaxation by intra- and intermolecular quadrupoleelectric field gradient interaction has been used for the study of the systems DMA-water-NaI and DMA-water-CsI at 25°C.¹⁴N relaxation of DMA and²H relaxation of D₂O measured over the complete mixture range reveal the behavior of the rotational molecular motion of the two solvent components. For both solvent components a marked maximum of the reorientational correlation time has been found, reflecting hydrophobic effects and strong DMA-water interaction. The quadrupolar relaxation rates of²³Na⁺ and¹³³Cs⁺ in pure DMA were evaluated giving an indication that the electric solvent dipoles in the solvation shell are not located on positions of cubic symmetry. A quantitative study of preferential solvation of the cations in the mixed solvent has been performed by using the H₂O-D₂O isotope effect on²³Na⁺ and¹³³Cs⁺ relaxation. For both cations an obviously typical change in the selectivity occurs. In the range l>x _{H2 O}>0.7 we find weak preferential hydration, but in the range 0.7>xH ₂ O>0 strong preferential solvation by DMA is reflected.     

Competitive transport of toxic metal ions by polymer inclusion membranes

The paper gives a short overview of application of polymer inclusion membranes (PIMs) for separation and removal of metal ions. Investigation of the selective removal of toxic metal ions, i.e. Cr(VI), Cd(II), Zn(II) from acidic chloride aqueous solutions, as well as trace radionuclides, i.e., ¹³⁷Cs, ⁹⁰Sr and ⁶⁰Co from wastewaters using transport across polymer inclusion membranes was studied. The carriers, i.e., tri-n-octylamine for anionic metal species, as well as dibenzo-21-crown-7, tertbutyl-dibenzo-21-crown-7, and dinonylnaphtalenesulfonic acid for metal cations were incorporated into polymer inclusion membranes composed of cellulose triacetate as a support and o-nitrophenyl pentyl ether as a plasticizer. Selective transport of chromium(VI) over zinc(II) and cadmium(II) chloride complexes through PIMs was observed. Competitive transport of trace radionuclide ions, i.e., ¹³⁷Cs, ⁹⁰Sr, and ⁶⁰Co from NaNO₃ aqueous solutions across polymer inclusion membranes containing a mixture of dinonylnaphtalenesulfonic acid, and dibenzo-21-crown-7 as the carrier provide the selectivity order Cs(I)>Sr(II)>Co(II).     

Cation effect on anion separations by aza-crown ligands in liquid membranes

New carriers have been prepared based on the aza-18-crown-6 structure to facilitate membrane transport of ions. One of these incorporates four aza-18-crown-6 molecules bonded to a resorcinarene ring. The other, aza-18-crown-6 bonded to an undecyl chain, was studied as a monomeric analog. These carriers have been included in dichloromethane bulk liquid membranes (BLMs) to assess cation influence on competitive transport among anions (ReO₄⁻, NO₃⁻, ClO₄⁻). ReO₄⁻ was investigated as a non-radioactive analog of the pertechnetate anion, which is of interest in nuclear waste separations. The permeability values and selectivity for ReO₄⁻ and ClO₄⁻ were the greatest when neutral source and receiving phases were used with K⁺ as the co-transported cation. The carriers also showed selectivity for ReO₄⁻ and ClO₄⁻ over NO₃⁻ with K⁺ and Na⁺ as the co-transported cations using neutral and basic aqueous phase solutions. It was also found that some cations inhibit anion transport.     

Application of 2-(octylsulphanyl)benzoic acid as Pb<Superscript>2+</Superscript> selective ionophore in hybrid membrane system

A solution of 2-(octylsulphanyl)benzoic acid in 1,2-dichloroethane was used as a liquid membrane for selective pertraction of Pb²⁺ cations. Transport processes were carried out in a multi-membrane hybrid system (MHS) consisting of two cation-exchange membranes (CEM) and a flowing liquid membrane (FLM) in the following order: CEM | FLM | CEM. The liquid membrane phase was dehydrated continuously using a pervaporation method (PV). The system was capable of transporting Pb²⁺ ions selectively from a multi-cation aqueous solution composed of Na⁺, K⁺, Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, and Pb²⁺ nitrates. A comparative study of the carrier efficiency under various feed pH conditions was performed. It was found that the carrier exhibited sufficient selectivity and transport efficiency under a broad range of operational conditions, with a maximum transport rate of Pb²⁺ ions attaining the value of (1.09 ± 0.03) × 10⁻¹⁰ mol cm⁻² s⁻¹ and the selectivity coefficient of up to 40.     

K+掺杂双钙钛矿Cs2AgInCl6的发光性质

采用固相球磨法制备了K⁺掺杂双钙钛矿Cs₂AgInCl₆纳米材料,该方法无需配体辅助,绿色环保。通过X射线衍射谱和拉曼光谱对晶体结构进行研究,通过激发光谱、发射光谱和时间分辨光谱对其发光性能进行研究。结果表明,Cs₂AgInCl₆为立方晶体,属于Fm3m空间群,由于宇称禁戒跃迁,其荧光量子产率(PLQY)低,小于0.1%。低于60%的K⁺掺杂主要取代Ag⁺的位置,引起Cs₂AgInCl₆的晶格膨胀,消除了晶格结构的反演对称性,打破了宇称禁戒跃迁,掺杂后Cs₂AgInCl₆的光致发光强度显著增强。K⁺的最佳掺杂比例为40%,Cs₂Ag_0.6K_0.4InCl₆发出中心波长为640 nm,半高宽为180 nm,平均荧光寿命达到29.2 ns,PLQY达到10.5%。当K⁺掺杂比例超过60%,K⁺开始取代Cs⁺的位置,产物发生相变,出现立方相的Cs_2-xK_1+x-yAg_yInCl₆和单斜相的Cs_2-xK_1+xInCl₆产物,这些产物由于强电子-声子耦合,非辐射复合占据主导地位。     

Alkalikationen-Spezifität und Träger-Eigenschaften der Antibiotica Nigericin und Monensin

It is shown by means of IR. spectroscopic methods that nigericin and monensin have a cyclic conformation similar to that of their silver salts. Complex formation constants with sodium and potassium ions follow the selectivity order determined by EMF. measurements on liquid membranes: nigericin: K⁺ > Rb⁺ > Na⁺ > Cs⁺ > Li⁺; monensin: Na⁺ > K⁺ > Li⁺ > Rb⁺ > Cs⁺. Transport experiments show that nigericin and monensin facilitate the diffusion of potassiumions across model membranes, although in electrolytic transport experiments the permeability is not affected.     

Liquid-Liquid Extraction of Indium(III) from the HCl Medium by Ionic Liquid A327H+Cl− and Its Use in a Supported Liquid Membrane System

Ionic liquid A327H⁺Cl⁻ was generated by reaction of tertiary amine A327 and HCl, and the liquid-liquid extraction of indium(III) from the HCl medium by this ionic liquid dissolved in Solvesso 100 was investigated. The extraction reaction is exothermic. The numerical analysis of indium distribution data suggests the formation of A327H⁺InCl₄⁻ in the organic phase. The results derived from indium(III) extraction have been implemented in a supported liquid membrane system. The influence of the stirring speed (600–1200 min⁻¹), carrier concentration (2.5–20% v/v) in the membrane phase, and indium concentration (0.01–0.2 g/L) in the feed phase on metal transport have been investigated.     

Zur Chemie und Strukturchemie von Phosphiden und Polyphosphiden. 44. Tricäsiumheptaphosphid Cs3P7: Darstellung,Struktur und Eigenschaften

Chemistry and Structural Chemistry of Phosphides and Ployphosphides. 44. Tricesium Heptaphosphide Cs₃P₇: Preparation, Structure, and Properties Tricesium heptaphosphide is prepared from the elements by a quantitative reaction at 1200 K in Nb ampoules. Slow cooling yield the bright yellow α-Cs₃P₇, quenching the yellow orange coloured β-Cs₃P₇. The crystalline α-Cs₃P₇ transforms at 552 K in a first order phase transition to the plastically crystalline β-Cs₃P₇. Both modifications are sensitive against moisture and oxygen and are completely soluble in ethylendiamine yielding a pale yellow solution. At room temperature the ³¹P nmr spectra of such solutions show only one singulett, which corresponds to the valence tautomerism of the P₇^3? anion. α-Cs₃P₇ crystallizes in a new structure type (P4₁, a = 904.6(1) pm; c = 1671.4(4) pm; Z = 4). The structure is formed by heptaphospha-nortricyclene anions P₇^3? and Cs⁺ cations. The cs atoms connect the anions forming a three-dimensional arrangement (d?(Cs? P) = 374 pm), not allowing the fragmentation into discrete Cs₃P₇ units. The P? P distances differ by their function in the nortricyclene anion. Each P₇ group is surrounded by 12 Cs atms. β-Cs₃P₇ crystallizes in the Li₃Bi type of structure (Fm3 M; a(573 K) = 1130.5(1)pm; Z = 4). The P atoms of the P₇^3? anions surround the Bi positions with an orienational disorder. The orientation has been investigated with a mixed crystal Ca₃(P₇)_2/3(P₁₁)_1/2 (Fm3 m; a (298 K) = 1149.5(9) pm; Z = 4).     

Novel Methods of Synthesis of Dibenzo[3n]crown-n and Their Cation Binding Studied by Fluorescence Spectroscopy. Part V

The dibenzo[3n]crown-n were synthesised starting from bis[2-(o-hydroxyphenoxy)ethyl]ether obtained from bis[2-(o-formylphenoxy)ethyl]ether via Baeyer-Villiger oxidation in H₂O₂/CH₃COOH in a good yield. The cyclic condensation ofbis[2-(o-hydroxyphenoxy)ethyl]etherwith tri- and tetraethylene glycol bisdichlorides andthe bisditosylate of pentaethylene glycol in DMF/Me₂CO₃ afforded the large cyclic ethers of dibenzo[21]crown-7, dibenzo[24]crown-8 and dibenzo[27]crown-9. The structures were analysed with IR, ¹H NMR, ¹³C NMR and low-resolution mass spectroscopy methods. The Na⁺, K⁺, Rb⁺ and Cs⁺ cations' recognition of the molecules were conducted withsteady-state fluorescence spectroscopy. The 1:1 association constants, K_a, in acetonitrile were estimated. Dibenzo[21]crown-7 was the best both for K⁺ and Rb⁺ binding but showed too small an effect on Cs⁺. Dibenzo[24]crown-8 exhibited the binding power in the order of Rb⁺ > K⁺ > Na⁺ > Cs⁺. However, dibenzo[27]crown-9 displayed marked binding with only K⁺ but not with Rb⁺ or with Cs⁺ cations probably due to the heavy atom effect of fluorescence quenching.