In an era so focused on sustainability, it is important to improve chemical processes by developing and using more environmentally friendly solvents and technologies. Deep eutectic solvents (DES) have proven to be a promising replacement for conventional solvents. In recent years, a new type of DES has emerged that responds to various stimuli. These responsive DES (RDES) may offer all the advantages of DES while allowing the recycling and reuse of solvents. As such, RDES can further contribute to a greener future. This review provides an overview of the diverse types of RDES, their switching mechanisms and their application in several fields. Lastly, it offers a critical perspective on current shortcomings and prospects.

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响应式共晶溶剂：机理、应用及其在可持续化学中的作用


在一个如此注重可持续性的时代，通过开发和使用更环保的溶剂和技术来改进化学工艺非常重要。深共熔溶剂 （DES） 已被证明是传统溶剂的有前途的替代品。近年来，出现了一种新型的 DES，它对各种刺激做出反应。这些响应式 DES （RDES） 可以提供 DES 的所有优势，同时允许溶剂的回收和再利用。因此，RDES 可以进一步为更绿色的未来做出贡献。这篇综述概述了各种类型的 RDES、它们的开关机制及其在多个领域的应用。最后，它为当前的缺点和前景提供了批判性的视角。