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This study introduces ClayCode, a software for realistic clay modeling. Realistic models reveal different ionic adsorption patterns compared to idealized ones, crucial for applications like nuclear waste disposal.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Computational Chemistry
Geochemistry

Background:

Clays are ubiquitous layered materials with properties linked to their molecular structure.
Current molecular dynamics simulations often use idealized clay structures for tractability.
Idealized models may not accurately represent real-world ionic adsorption behaviors.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and present ClayCode, a software for creating realistic clay models based on experimental structures.
To compare ionic adsorption patterns between realistic and idealized clay models.
To apply ClayCode to study competitive ion adsorption relevant to nuclear waste disposal.

Main Methods:

Development of ClayCode software for realistic clay system modeling.
Molecular dynamics simulations using both realistic and idealized clay models.
Comparative analysis of ionic adsorption patterns.

Main Results:

ClayCode enables the creation of clay models closely matching experimental structures.
Realistic clay models exhibit distinct ionic adsorption patterns compared to idealized models.
Demonstrated application of ClayCode to barium and sodium adsorption on specific clay types.

Conclusions:

Realistic clay modeling is essential for accurately predicting ionic behavior.
ClayCode provides a valuable tool for studying complex clay systems.
Findings are relevant for optimizing nuclear waste disposal strategies.