Detection of different chemical moieties in aqueous media by luminescent Europium as sensor

Detection of different chemical moieties especially trace metals is important for humans as well as water safety. In this review, different detectors synthesized by the combination of different ligands with luminescent europium complexes were discussed for the separation of metals and chemical moieties in aqueous media. These detectors displayed high sensitivity and selectivity. The limit-of-detection values were very low indicating that these detectors are best suitable for the sensing of chemical moieties and trace metals. These detectors' luminescent changes could be noticed with the naked eye.

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In this review, detectors synthesized by combining different ligands with luminescent europium complexes were discussed for the separation of metals and chemical moieties in water. These detectors showed high sensitivity, selectivity, and low detection limits, making them suitable for sensing chemical moieties and trace metals. The luminescent changes of these detectors were observable with the naked eye.