Original Articles: 2012 Vol: 4 Issue: 2
Montmorillonite: An efficient, heterogeneous and green catalyst for organic synthesis
Abstract
Reactions of organic molecules on Montmorillonite clay mineral have been investigated from various aspects. These include catalytic reactions for organic synthesis, chemical evolution, the mechanism of humus-formation, and environmental problems. Catalysis by clay minerals has attracted much interest recently, and many reports including the catalysis by synthetic or modified clays have been published. In this review, we will limit the review to organic reactions using Montmorillonite clay as catalyst.