Anthraquinone-based turn-on fluorescence probe for selective and sensitive detection of Cu2+ ions

Introduction: ions, which is of great significance for environmental heavy metal monitoring. Methods: was determined using Job's continuous variation method. Results: . Discussion: detection with excellent selectivity, high sensitivity and favorable practical applicability. This work provides a feasible molecular design strategy and a reliable anthraquinone-hydrazone scaffold for the development of high-performance chemosensors toward environmental heavy metal ion monitoring.