Download or read book Molecular Sieves: From Basic Research to Industrial Applications written by Jiri Cejka and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2005-08-30 with total page 2190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to their unique porous properties, zeolites (also referred to as molecular sieves) are used in a variety of applications - major uses are in petrochemical cracking, ion-exchange (water softening and purification), and in the separation and removal of gases and solvents. Molecular Sieves: From Basic Research to Industrial Applications, Volume 158 A,B presents over 265 worldwide contributions on the latest developments in zeolitic research. Readers will find this book, which is divided into five sections: Synthesis, Characterization, Adsorption, Catalysis, and Novel applications, ideal for staying up to date on current research on porous materials.* Comprehensive overview of current research on porous materials* Contains experimental as well as theoretical input, reflecting the increasing overlap between theory and experiment* Contributions from the world's leading authorities