Recent Advances in Growth, Properties and Applications of 2D Inorganic Molecular Crystals†

Abstract

Since the concept of 2D inorganic molecular crystals (2DIMCs) was introduced, intensive attentions have been gradually devoted to this field. Herein, the very recent advances in growth, properties, and applications of 2D inorganic molecular crystals are comprehensively reviewed. Firstly, the newly emerged 2DIMCs are classified into three categories. Then the two typical production methods are present, thus leading to discrepancy in size, distribution, morphology and structures of 2DIMCs. Moreover, the unique physicochemical properties of 2DIMCs are demonstrated on the basis of the as-obtained 2DIMCs, the various applications are exhibited, demonstrating significant potential in related fields. Finally, the perspective and prospects are outlooked to offer insights in further development of 2DIMCs. (Figure presented.).