Molecular sieve
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Description
Any microporous material that can selectively chemically or physically absorb molecules. Molecular sieves are used in purification and separation processes. Examples of molecular sieves are crystalline aluminophosphates, also called zeolites. Pore sizes range from 5 to 10 angstroms.
Synonyms and Related Terms
zeolite; molecular trap