title: Ionic liquids in separations.
abstract: Ionic liquids are liquids composed completely of ions. In the past two decades, ionic liquids have been widely used as "green solvents" replacing traditional organic solvents for organic synthesis and catalysis. In addition, ionic liquids are playing an increasingly important role in separation science. In this Account, the application of ionic liquids in all areas of separation science including extractions, gas chromatography, and supported liquid membrane processes are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas 76019, USA.
authors.forename: Xinxin
authors.initials: X
authors.lastname: Han
authors.forename: Daniel W
authors.initials: DW
authors.lastname: Armstrong
mesh_terms: D002849:Chromatography, Gas; D006863:Hydrogen-Ion Concentration; D052578:Ionic Liquids / Q000737:chemistry*; D008567:Membranes, Artificial; D015394:Molecular Structure; D052617:Solid Phase Microextraction / Q000379:methods; D013499:Surface Properties
chemical_list: D052578:Ionic Liquids; D008567:Membranes, Artificial