Researchers investigated how nanoconfinement and hydrophilic adsorption sites in zirconium-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) influence water organization and hydrogen-bonding networks. By studying a variety of MOFs with differing pore sizes and hydrophilic properties, they discovered that small nanopores promote the formation of orderly water clusters, with hydrophilic sites serving as nucleation points. The study also introduced an analytical model to examine the interplay between primary and secondary adsorption sites, highlighting their role in shaping water adsorption and hydrogen-bonded structures. This work provides insights for designing MOFs tailored for applications like atmospheric water harvesting, water purification, and shock absorption by optimizing water cluster formation in confined spaces.
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