The invention is directed to open-framework and microporous solids well suited
for use in catalysis and ion exchange. The microporous solids are constructed by
using a salt template which can be readily removed without destroying the framework
of the micropore. Various microporous solids can be formed having different geometric
structures depending upon the templating salt used and the concentration. Examples
of two compounds include Na2Cs[Mn3(P2O7)2]Cl
and K2.02Cs2.90[Cu3(P2O7)2]Cl2.92.
Both compounds have 3-D (Mn, Cu)PO frameworks.
