Complex formation between poly(ethylene oxide) and alkali picrates

Abstract

Abstract The interaction of poly(ethylene oxide) with alkali picrates in tetrahydrofuran and dioxane was studied by optical and NMR spectroscopy and conductance measurements. Evidence was found of the formation of two kinds of solvation complex, differing in the nature of the ion pairs involved. A strong anion effect on cation binding to the polyether was demonstrated.