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Wu Y, Guo L, Guan M, Liu H. Modulating Surface-Adsorbed Oxygen Species of Bismuth Silicate by a Solid Solution Strategy for Efficient Adsorption and Photocatalytic Activity. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2024; 40:19467-19479. [PMID: 39213614 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c01835] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Bismuth silicate photocatalysts suffer from insufficient photocatalytic activity due to an insufficient number of surface active sites and low carrier separation and transport efficiency, which can be solved by defect modulation. Herein, Bi12SiO20/Bi2O2SiO3-BiOClxBr1-x (BSOCB) photocatalysts with a high concentration of surface-adsorbed oxygen species (SAOS) are synthesized by introducing a BiOClxBr1-x solid solution to modify nonhomogeneous BSO via an ion exchange strategy. The introduction of a solid solution enables the generation of dispersed nanoflowers and the regulation of SAOS due to the fact that anion-cation copolymerization guides the crystal growth, and the defects generated by the lattice distortion modulate the concentration of SAOS on the catalysts during the solid solution process. The obtained typical BSOCB photocatalyst possesses both high adsorption and photocatalytic properties, and the results show that it not only can almost completely degrade the traditional pollutant RhB within 20 min but also strongly degrades antibiotics, such as CIP (light for 150 min, 96%), NFX (light for 150 min, 87%), and TC (light for 150 min, 77%). This work provides a new approach for obtaining bismuth-based photocatalysts with controllable morphology and a large number of surface active sites and provides a theoretical and experimental basis for expanding the application scenarios of photocatalysts.
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- Yuanting Wu
- School of Material Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an 710021, P. R. China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an 710021, P. R. China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an 710021, P. R. China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an 710021, P. R. China
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Zhang J, Zhang S, Bian X, Yin Y, Huang W, Liu C, Liang X, Li F. High Efficiency Removal Performance of Tetracycline by Magnetic CoFe 2O 4/NaBiO 3 Photocatalytic Synergistic Persulfate Technology. Molecules 2024; 29:4055. [PMID: 39274903 PMCID: PMC11397110 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29174055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2024] [Revised: 08/15/2024] [Accepted: 08/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/16/2024] Open
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The widespread environmental contamination resulting from the misuse of tetracycline antibiotics (TCs) has garnered significant attention and study by scholars. Photocatalytic technology is one of the environmentally friendly advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) that can effectively solve the problem of residue of TCs in the water environment. This study involved the synthesis of the heterogeneous magnetic photocatalytic material of CoFe2O4/NaBiO3 via the solvothermal method, and it was characterized using different characterization techniques. Then, the photocatalytic system under visible light (Vis) was coupled with peroxymonosulfate (PMS) to explore the performance and mechanism of degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) in the wastewater. The characterization results revealed that CoFe2O4/NaBiO3 effectively alleviated the agglomeration phenomenon of CoFe2O4 particles, increased the specific surface area, effectively narrowed the band gap, expanded the visible light absorption spectrum, and inhibited recombination of photogenerated electron-hole pairs. In the Vis+CoFe2O4/NaBiO3+PMS system, CoFe2O4/NaBiO3 effectively activated PMS to produce hydroxyl radicals (·OH) and sulfate radicals (SO4-). Under the conditions of a TCH concentration of 10 mg/L-1, a catalyst concentration of 1 g/L-1 and a PMS concentration of 100 mg/L-1, the degradation efficiency of TCH reached 94% after 100 min illumination. The degradation of TCH was enhanced with the increase in the CoFe2O4/NaBiO3 and PMS dosage. The solution pH and organic matter had a significant impact on TCH degradation. Notably, the TCH degradation efficiency decreased inversely with increasing values of these parameters. The quenching experiments indicated that the free radicals contributing to the Vis+CoFe2O4/NaBiO3+PMS system were ·OH followed by SO4-, hole (h+), and the superoxide radical (O2-). The main mechanism of PMS was based on the cycle of Co3+ and Co2+, as well as Fe3+ and Fe2+. The cyclic tests and characterization by XRD and FT-IR revealed that CoFe2O4/NaBiO3 had good degradation stability. The experimental findings can serve as a reference for the complete removal of antibiotics from wastewater.
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- Juanxiang Zhang
- College of Water Resources and Architectural Engineering, Tarim University, Alaer 843300, China
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- College of Water Resources and Architectural Engineering, Tarim University, Alaer 843300, China
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- College of Water Resources and Architectural Engineering, Tarim University, Alaer 843300, China
- College of Architecture Engineering, Shandong Vocational and Technical University of Engineering, Jinan 250200, China
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- College of Water Resources and Architectural Engineering, Tarim University, Alaer 843300, China
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- School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Department of Chemical & Materials Engineering, University of Auckland, Auckland 0926, New Zealand
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- Key Laboratory of Environment Remediation and Ecological Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resources Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Water Resources and Architectural Engineering, Tarim University, Alaer 843300, China
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Song YJ, Xia P, Zhang XY, Zhang T. Systematic investigation on the rational design and optimization of bi-based metal oxide semiconductors in photocatalytic applications. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 35:425703. [PMID: 39047757 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/ad66d4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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To address the global energy shortage and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions on a massive scale, it is critical to explore novel and efficient photocatalysts for the utilization of renewable resources. Bi-based metal oxide (BixMOy) semiconductors composed of bismuth, transition metal, and oxygen atoms have demonstrated improved photocatalytic activity and product selectivity. The vast number of element combinations available for BixMOymaterials provides a huge compositional space for the rational design and isolation of promising photocatalysts for specific applications. In this study, we have systematically investigated the electronic and optical properties over Bi2O3and a series of selected BixMOygroup materials (BiVO4, BiFeO3, BiCoO3, and BiCrO3) by calculating band structure, basic optical property features, mobility and separation of charge carriers. It is clearly noted that the band gap and band edge position of the BixMOygroup materials can be tuned in a wide range in comparison to Bi2O3. Similarly, the light response of BixMOyalso can be broadened from the ultraviolet to the visible light region by adjusting the selection of transition metals. Additionally, the analysis of the effective mass of charge carriers of these materials further confirms their possibility in photocatalytic reaction applications because of the appropriate separation efficiency and mobility of carriers. A selection of experimental investigations on the crystal structure, composition, and optical properties of Bi2O3, BiVO4, and BiFeO3as well as their catalytic performance in the degradation of methylene blue over was also conducted, which agree well with the theoretical predictions.
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- Yuan-Jun Song
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Information Display and Visualization, School of Electronic Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, People's Republic of China
- Suzhou Key Laboratory of Metal Nano-Optoelectronic Technology, Southeast University Suzhou Campus, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, People's Republic of China
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Information Display and Visualization, School of Electronic Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, People's Republic of China
- Suzhou Key Laboratory of Metal Nano-Optoelectronic Technology, Southeast University Suzhou Campus, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, People's Republic of China
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Information Display and Visualization, School of Electronic Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, People's Republic of China
- Suzhou Key Laboratory of Metal Nano-Optoelectronic Technology, Southeast University Suzhou Campus, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, People's Republic of China
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Information Display and Visualization, School of Electronic Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, People's Republic of China
- Suzhou Key Laboratory of Metal Nano-Optoelectronic Technology, Southeast University Suzhou Campus, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Micro-Inertial Instrument and Advanced Navigation Technology, Ministry of Education, and School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, People's Republic of China
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Wang R, Dai Z, Zhang W, Ma C. The electrocatalytic degradation of 1,4-dioxane by Co-Bi/GAC particle electrode. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2024; 90:1132-1148. [PMID: 39215728 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2024.274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Efficient degradation of industrial organic wastewater has become a significant environmental concern. Electrochemical oxidation technology is promising due to its high catalytic degradation ability. In this study, Co-Bi/GAC particle electrodes were prepared and characterized for degradation of 1,4-dioxane. The electrochemical process parameters were optimized by response surface methodology (RSM), and the influence of water quality factors on the removal rate of 1,4-dioxane was investigated. The results showed that the main influencing factors were the Co/Bi mass ratio and calcination temperature. The carrier metals, Co and Bi, existed mainly on the GAC surface as Co3O4 and Bi2O3. The removal of 1,4-dioxane was predominantly achieved through the synergistic reaction of electrode adsorption, anodic oxidation, and particle electrode oxidation, with ·OH playing a significant role as the main active free radical. Furthermore, the particle electrode was demonstrated in different acid-base conditions (pH = 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11). However, high concentrations of Cl- and NO3- hindered the degradation process, potentially participating in competitive reactions. Despite this, the particle electrode exhibited good stability after five cycles. The results provide a new perspective for constructing efficient and stable three-dimensional (3D) electrocatalytic particle electrodes to remove complex industrial wastewater.
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- Rui Wang
- School of Environmental Science and Technology, Xiamen University of Technology, Xiamen, 361024, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Technology, Xiamen University of Technology, Xiamen, 361024, China; Key Laboratory of Environmental Biotechnology (XMUT), Fujian Province University, Xiamen, China E-mail:
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- School of Environmental Science and Technology, Xiamen University of Technology, Xiamen, 361024, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Technology, Xiamen University of Technology, Xiamen, 361024, China
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Liu Y, Li R, Lv Q, Yu B. Embracing heterogeneous photocatalysis: evolution of photocatalysts in annulation of dimethylanilines and maleimides. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024. [PMID: 39078307 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc02516d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/31/2024]
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Recent advances in visible-light-promoted construction of tetrahydroquinolines from dimethylanilines and maleimides are documented. Homogeneous and heterogeneous photocatalytic systems, as well as the reaction mechanism, are emphasized. The mechanism of this photocatalytic annulation reaction is quite clear, i.e., dimethylanilines and maleimides serve as the radical precursors and radical acceptors, respectively. This annulation reaction could serve as an excellent platform for evaluating novel oxidative heterogeneous photocatalytic systems, which could further inspire chemists in this field to develop more efficient photocatalytic systems. Significant opportunities are expected in the future for heterogeneous photocatalysis strategies.
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- Yan Liu
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Rare Earth Composite Material, College of Materials Engineering, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province 451191, China
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- School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore 637459, Singapore.
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- College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
- National Engineering Research Center of Low-Carbon Processing and Utilization of Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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Zhou M, Zhang C, He C, Li J, Ouyang T, Tang C, Zhong J. Novel BiOI/LaOXI〈IX〉 heterojunction with enhanced visible-light driven photocatalytic performance: unveiling the mechanism of interlayer electron transition. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:19450-19459. [PMID: 38973666 DOI: 10.1039/d4cp01195c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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Improving visible light absorption plays an important role in the utilization of solar power for photocatalysis. Using first-principles calculations within the HSE06 functional, we propose that the semiconductor heterojunction BiOI/LaOXI〈IX〉 extends the optical absorption to the near-infrared range, boosts the absorption coefficient from 1.28 × 105 cm-1 to above 2.20 × 105 cm-1 in the visible light range, and increases the conversion efficiency of solar power up to 9.48%. The enhanced optical absorption derives from the significant interlayer transition and excitonic effect which benefit from polarized LaOXI with a flat band in the highest valence band (VB). In BiOI/LaOClI〈ICl 〉, the electrostatic potential difference (ΔΦ) modifies the band edge positions to meet the requirements for photocatalytic overall water splitting, while the polarized electric field (Ep) accelerates the separation of photogenerated carriers and regulates the overpotentials of photogenerated carriers following a direct Z-scheme strategy. In addition, BiOI/LaOXI〈IX〉 is dynamically and thermodynamically stable. Furthermore, only a low external potential is needed to drive the redox reaction. Our theoretical results suggest that BiOI/LaOXI〈IX〉 could be a potential photocatalyst for overall water splitting with enhanced visible light absorption.
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- Mengshi Zhou
- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
- School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shandong University of Technology, Zibo, Shandong 255100, People's Republic of China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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- Hunan Key Laboratory for Micro-Nano Energy Materials and Devices, Laboratory for Quantum Engineering and Micro-Nano Energy Technology, School of Physics and Optoelectronics, Xiangtan University, Hunan 411105, People's Republic of China.
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Duong TTH, Ding S, Sebek M, Lund H, Bartling S, Peppel T, Le TS, Steinfeldt N. Effect of Bi 2MoO 6 Morphology on Adsorption and Visible-Light-Driven Degradation of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid. Molecules 2024; 29:3255. [PMID: 39064834 PMCID: PMC11278676 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29143255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 07/01/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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The development of highly efficient and stable visible-light-driven photocatalysts for the removal of herbicide 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) from water is still a challenge. In this work, Bi2MoO6 (BMO) materials with different morphology were successfully prepared via a simple hydrothermal method by altering the solvent. The morphology of the BMO material is mainly influenced by the solvent used in the synthesis (H2O, ethanol, and ethylene glycol or their mixtures) and to a lesser extent by subsequent thermal annealing. BMO with aggregated spheres and nanoplate-like structures hydrothermally synthesized in ethylene glycol (EG) and subsequently calcined at 400 °C (BMO-400 (EG)) showed the highest adsorption capacity and photocatalytic activity compared to other synthesized morphologies. Complete degradation of 2,4-D on BMO upon irradiation with a blue light-emitting diode (LED, λmax = 467 nm) was reached within 150 min, resulting in 2,4-dichlorophenol (2,4-DCP) as the main degradation product. Holes (h+) and superoxide radicals (⋅O2-) are assumed to be the reactive species observed for the rapid conversion of 2,4-D to 2,4-DCP. The addition of H2O2 to the reaction mixture not only accelerates the degradation of 2,4-DCP but also significantly reduces the total organic carbon (TOC) content, indicating that hydroxyl radicals are crucial for the rapid mineralization of 2,4-D. Under optimal conditions, the TOC value was reduced by 84.5% within 180 min using BMO-400 (EG) and H2O2. The improved degradation performance of BMO-400 (EG) can be attributed to its particular morphology leading to lower charge transfer resistance, higher electron-hole separation, and larger specific surface area.
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- Thi Thanh Hoa Duong
- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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- Faculty of Chemistry, VNU University of Science, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam;
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- Leibniz Institute for Catalysis e.V. (LIKAT), Albert-Einstein-Street 29a, 18059 Rostock, Germany; (T.T.H.D.); (S.D.); (M.S.); (H.L.); (S.B.); (T.P.)
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Zhang J, Mei B, Chen H, Sun Z. Review on synthetic approaches and PEC activity performance of bismuth binary and mixed-anion compounds for potential applications in marine engineering. Dalton Trans 2024; 53:10376-10402. [PMID: 38809139 DOI: 10.1039/d4dt01212g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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Photoelectrochemical (PEC) technology in marine engineering holds significant importance due to its potential to address various challenges in the marine environment. Currently, PEC-type applications in marine engineering offer numerous benefits, including sustainable energy generation, water desalination and treatment, photodetection, and communication. Finding novel efficient photoresponse semiconductors is of great significance for the development of PEC-type techniques in the marine space. Bismuth-based semiconductor materials possess suitable and tunable bandgap structures, high carrier mobility, low toxicity, and strong oxidation capacity, which gives them great potential for PEC-type applications in marine engineering. In this paper, the structure and properties of bismuth binary and mixed-anion semiconductors have been reviewed. Meanwhile, the recent progress and synthetic approaches were discussed from the point of view of the application prospects. Finally, the issues and challenges of bismuth binary and mixed-anion semiconductors in PEC-type photodetection and hydrogen generation are analyzed. Thus, this perspective will not only stimulate the further investigation and application of bismuth binary and mixed-anion semiconductors in marine engineering but also help related practitioners understand the recent progress and potential applications of bismuth binary and mixed-anion compounds.
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- Jiaji Zhang
- Sanya Science and Education Innovation Park, Wuhan University of Technology, Sanya 572025, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China.
- School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
- Birmingham Centre for Energy Storage & School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B152TT, UK
- Hainan Yourui Cohesion Technology Co., Ltd, Sanya, 572025, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China.
- School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China.
- Hainan Yourui Cohesion Technology Co., Ltd, Sanya, 572025, China
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Paengjun NK, Polshettiwar V, Ogawa M. Designed Nanoarchitectures of a BiOBr/BiOI Nanosheet Heterojunction Anchored on Dendritic Fibrous Nanosilica as Visible-Light Responsive Photocatalysts. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:11870-11883. [PMID: 38865140 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.4c01756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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Heterojunctions, particularly those involving BiOBr/BiOI, have attracted significant attention in the field of photocatalysis due to their remarkable properties. In this study, a unique architecture of BiOBr/BiOI was designed to facilitate the rapid transfer of electrons and holes, effectively mitigating the recombination of electron-hole pairs. Accordingly, the BiOBr/BiOI nanosheet heterojunction was anchored on dendritic fibrous nanosilica (DFNS) by the immobilization of Bi2O3 nanodots in DFNS and the subsequent reaction with HBr and then HI vapors at room temperature. The 4 nm-Bi2O3 nanodots acted as a sacrificial template to form BiOX nanosheets by reaction with HX vapors (X = Br, I). The BiOBr/BiOI nanosheet heterojunction with the lateral size remained in the range of 90 to 110 nm and a thickness of 15 nm formed on DFNS, where the BiOBr:BiOI ratio in the product was controlled by the exposure time to HX vapors. The reaction sequence (HBr → HI vapors) was a key for the formation of BiOBr/BiOI nanosheet heterojunction with controlled composition. When the reaction of Bi2O3 nanodots with HI vapor was performed in the reverse sequence (HI→ HBr), the substitution of I- with Br- occurred to form BiOBr sheets on DFNS. The BiOBr/BiOI nanosheet heterojunction anchored on DFNS was used as a visible-light-driven photocatalyst for the decomposition of benzene in water under solar light, and its activity was superior to that of single BiOX nanosheets on DFNS.
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- Navarut Kan Paengjun
- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), 555 Moo 1, Pa Yup Nai, Wang Chan, Rayong 21210, Thailand
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- Division of Chemical Sciences, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Homi Bhabha Road, Mumbai 400005, India
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), 555 Moo 1, Pa Yup Nai, Wang Chan, Rayong 21210, Thailand
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Sydorenko J, Krunks M, Katerski A, Grzibovskis R, Vembris A, Mere A, Spalatu N, Acik IO. Development of spray pyrolysis-synthesised Bi 2O 3 thin films for photocatalytic applications. RSC Adv 2024; 14:19648-19657. [PMID: 38899031 PMCID: PMC11184579 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra02907k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Photocatalysis is a green and cost-effective approach to environmental remediation. While TiO2 is considered one of the benchmark photocatalysts, alternative materials such as Bi2O3 have recently attracted increasing scientific attention as prospective visible light photocatalysts. This study aimed to develop a strategy for Bi2O3 thin film deposition via ultrasonic spray pyrolysis and systematically study process variables for the deposition of β-Bi2O3 thin films for photocatalytic applications. To achieve the aim, the precursor solution concentration as well as deposition and annealing temperature were optimised. The structural, optical, morphological, chemical and wettability properties of the obtained Bi2O3 thin films were investigated with respect to the effect on the photocatalytic oxidation of 10 ppm methyl orange (MO). The highest photocatalytic activity (48% in 5 h) under UV-A was recorded for the β-Bi2O3 film deposited using 0.1 M precursor solution at 300 °C and heat-treated for 1 h in air at 350 °C. Deposition at 300 °C resulted in an amorphous film structure, whereas annealing at 350 °C led to the formation of the β-Bi2O3 phase with the dominant facet orientation (220). These results show the suitability of spray pyrolysis for the deposition of Bi2O3 thin films with promising results for MO dye degradation, expanding the range of suitable photocatalytic materials.
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- Jekaterina Sydorenko
- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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- Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia Kengaraga Str. 8 Riga LV 1063 Latvia
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- Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia Kengaraga Str. 8 Riga LV 1063 Latvia
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- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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- Laboratory for Thin Film Energy Materials, Department of Materials and Environmental Technology, Tallinn University of Technology Ehitajate tee 5 19086 Tallinn Estonia +372 6203369
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Marwitz A, Dutta AK, Conner RL, Sanz LA, Jacobsohn LG, Knope KE. Unlocking Arene Phosphorescence in Bismuth-Organic Materials. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:11053-11062. [PMID: 38823026 PMCID: PMC11186004 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.4c00606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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Three novel bismuth-organic compounds, with the general formula [Bi2(HPDC)2(PDC)2]·(arene)·2H2O (H2PDC = 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; arene = pyrene, naphthalene, and azulene), that consist of neutral dinuclear Bi-pyridinedicarboxylate complexes and outer coordination sphere arene molecules were synthesized and structurally characterized. The structures of all three phases exhibit strong π-π stacking interactions between the Bi-bound PDC/HPDC and outer sphere organic molecules; these interactions effectively sandwich the arene molecules between bismuth complexes and thereby prevent molecular vibrations. Upon UV irradiation, the compounds containing pyrene and naphthalene displayed red and green emission, respectively, with quantum yields of 1.3(2) and 30.8(4)%. The emission was found to originate from the T1 → S0 transition of the corresponding arene and result in phosphorescence characteristic of the arene employed. By comparison, the azulene-containing compound displayed very weak blue-purple phosphorescence of unknown origin and is a rare example of T2 → S0 emission from azulene. The pyrene- and naphthalene-containing compounds both display radioluminescence, with intensities of 11 and 38% relative to bismuth germanate, respectively. Collectively, these results provide further insights into the structure-property relationships that underpin luminescence from Bi-based materials and highlight the utility of Bi-organic molecules in the realization of organic emission.
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- Alexander
C. Marwitz
- Department
of Chemistry, Georgetown University, Washington, District of
Columbia 20057, United States of America
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- Department
of Chemistry, Georgetown University, Washington, District of
Columbia 20057, United States of America
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- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, Clemson
University, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, United States of America
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- Department
of Chemistry, Georgetown University, Washington, District of
Columbia 20057, United States of America
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- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, Clemson
University, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, United States of America
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- Department
of Chemistry, Georgetown University, Washington, District of
Columbia 20057, United States of America
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Zhao H, Sun J, Kumar S, Li P, Thalluri SM, Wang ZM, Thumu U. Recent advances in metal halide perovskite based photocatalysts for artificial photosynthesis and organic transformations. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:5890-5911. [PMID: 38775203 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc01949k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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Metal halide perovskites (MHP) emerged as highly promising materials for photocatalysis, offering significant advancements in the degradation of soluble and airborne pollutants, as well as the transformation of functional organic compounds. This comprehensive review focuses on recent developments in MHP-based photocatalysts, specifically examining two major categories: lead-based (such as CsPbBr3) and lead-free variants (e.g. Cs2AgBiX6, Cs3Bi2Br9 and others). While the review briefly discusses the contributions of MHPs to hydrogen (H2) production and carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction, the main emphasis is on the design principles that determine the effectiveness of perovskites in facilitating organic reactions and degrading hazardous chemicals through oxidative transformations. Furthermore, the review addresses the key factors that influence the catalytic efficiency of perovskites, including charge recombination, reaction mechanisms involving free radicals, hydroxyl ions, and other ions, as well as phase transformation and solvent compatibility. By offering a comprehensive overview, this review aims to serve as a guide for the design of MHP-based photocatalysis and shed light on the common challenges faced by the scientific community in the domain of organic transformations.
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- Hairong Zhao
- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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- Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, China.
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Xu T, Liu Y, You TQ, Bao J. Innovation of BiOBr/BiOI@Bi 5O 7I Ternary Heterojunction for Catalytic Degradation of Sodium P-Perfluorous Nonenoxybenzenesulfonate. TOXICS 2024; 12:298. [PMID: 38668521 PMCID: PMC11054398 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12040298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2024] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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As an alternative for perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), sodium p-perfluorononyloxybenzene sulfonate (OBS) has been widely used in petroleum, fire-fighting materials, and other industries. In order to efficiently and economically remove OBS contaminations from water bodies, in this study, a ternary heterojunction was constructed by coupling BiOBr and BiOI@Bi5O7I for improving the redox capacity and carrier separation ability of the material and investigating the effect of the doping ratios of BiOBr and BiOI@ Bi5O7I on the performance of the catalysts. Furthermore, the effects on the degradation of OBS were also explored by adjusting different catalyst doping ratios, OBS concentrations, catalyst amounts, and pH values. It was observed that when the concentration of OBS was 50 mg/L, the amount of catalyst used was 0.5 g/L, and the pH was not changed. The application of BiOBr/BiOI@ Bi5O7I consisting of 25% BiOBr and 75% BiOI@ Bi5O7I showed excellent stability and adsorption degradation performance for OBS, and almost all of the OBS in the aqueous solution could be removed. The removal rate of OBS by BiOBr/BiOI@ Bi5O7I was more than 20% higher than that of OBS by BiOI@Bi5O7I and BiOBr when the OBS concentration was 100 mg/L. In addition, the reaction rate constants of BiOBr/BiOI@ Bi5O7I were 2.4 and 10.8 times higher than those of BiOI@ Bi5O7I and BiOBr, respectively. Therefore, the BiOBr/BiOI@ Bi5O7I ternary heterojunction can be a novel type of heterojunction for the efficient degradation of OBS in water bodies.
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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Lin J, Zhang B. Novel C 4P 2 monolayers: forming Z-scheme heterojunction and Janus structure for high-efficiency metal-free photocatalytic water splitting. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:8982-8992. [PMID: 38439739 DOI: 10.1039/d3cp06143d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2024]
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Metal-free two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors have garnered significant attention in the realm of photocatalytic water splitting, primarily owing to their inherent clean, stable, and efficient photoresponsive properties. Motivated by it, we have proposed two types of stable C4P2 monolayers with indirect band gaps, mediocre carrier mobility and excellent optical absorption in visible-light and ultraviolet regions. Although the too-low work function of monolayer α-C4P2 and the too-high work function of monolayer β-C4P2 make them only suitable for single-side redox reaction in photocatalytic water splitting, the creation of an α-C4P2/β-C4P2 Z-scheme heterojunction, combined with the Janus monolayer γ-C4P2 that integrates features of both α and β structures, effectively addresses this limitation, fulfilling the prerequisites for comprehensive photocatalytic water splitting. Furthermore, the calculations indicate that the α-C4P2/β-C4P2 Z-scheme heterojunction and Janus monolayer γ-C4P2 not only demonstrate improved carrier mobility and optical absorption but also feature internal electric fields that effectively enhance driving energy and photo-induced charge separation. Notably, Janus monolayer γ-C4P2 achieves a high electron mobility of ∼105 cm2 V-1 s-1 and an impressive solar-to-hydrogen conversion efficiency of 25.62%.
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- Jiahe Lin
- School of Science, Jimei University, Xiamen, 361021, China.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361005, China.
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Sun Z, Amrillah T. Potential application of bismuth oxyiodide (BiOI) when it meets light. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:5079-5106. [PMID: 38379522 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr06559f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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Bismuth oxyiodide (BiOI) is a kind of typical two-dimensional (2D) material that has been increasingly developed alongside other 2D materials such as graphene, MXenes, and transition-metal dichalcogenide. However, its potential applications have not been widely whispered compared to those of other 2D materials. Using its distinctive properties, BiOI can be used for various applications, especially when it meets sunlight and other light-related electromagnetic waves. In this present review, we discuss the developments of BiOI and challenges in the applications for photodetector and light-assisted sensors, photovoltaic devices, optoelectronic logic devices, as well as photocatalysts. We start the discussion with a basic understanding and development of BiOI, crystal structure, and its properties. The synthesis and further development, such as green synthesis and its challenges in the synthesis-suited industry, as well as device integration, are also explained together with a plausible strategy to enhance the feasibility of BiOI for those various applications. We believe that the provided discussion and perspectives will not only promote BiOI to be one of the highly considered 2D materials but can also assist recent graduates in any materials science discipline and inform the senior scientists and industrial-based stakeholders of the latest advances in bismuth oxide and mixed-anion compounds.
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- Zaichun Sun
- School of Materials Science and Engineering & State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Nanotechnology Engineering, Faculty of Advanced Technology and Multidiscipline, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya 60115, Indonesia.
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Wakjira T, Gemta AB, Kassahun GB, Andoshe DM, Tadele K. Bismuth-Based Z-Scheme Heterojunction Photocatalysts for Remediation of Contaminated Water. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:8709-8729. [PMID: 38434902 PMCID: PMC10905724 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c08939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Revised: 01/27/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Agricultural runoff, fuel spillages, urbanization, hospitalization, and industrialization are some of the serious problems currently facing the world. In particular, byproducts that are hazardous to the ecosystem have the potential to mix with water used for drinking. Over the last three decades, various techniques, including biodegradation, advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), (e.g., photocatalysis, photo-Fenton oxidation, Fenton-like oxidation, and electrochemical oxidation process adsorption), filtration, and adsorption techniques, have been developed to remove hazardous byproducts. Among those, AOPs, photocatalysis has received special attention from the scientific community because of its unusual properties at the nanoscale and its layered structure. Recently, bismuth based semiconductor (BBSc) photocatalysts have played an important role in solving global energy demand and environmental pollution problems. In particular, bismuth-based Z-scheme heterojunction (BBZSH) is considered the best alternative route to overhaul the limitations of single-component BBSc photocatalysts. This work aims to review recent studies on a new type of BBZSH photocatalysts for the treatment of contaminated water. The general overview of the synthesis methods, efficiency-enhancing strategies, classifications of BBSc and Z-scheme heterojunctions, the degradation mechanisms of Z- and S-schemes, and the application of BBZSH photocatalysts for the degradation of organic dyes, antibiotics, aromatics compounds, endocrine-disrupting compounds, and volatile organic compounds are reviewed. Finally, challenges and the future perspective of BBZSH photocatalysts are discussed.
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- Tadesse
Lemma Wakjira
- Department
of Applied Physics, Adama Science and Technology
University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Applied Physics, Adama Science and Technology
University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Applied Physics, Adama Science and Technology
University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Material Engineering, Adama Science and
Technology University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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- Department
of Applied Physics, Adama Science and Technology
University, Adama 1888, Ethiopia
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Wu P, Qin Y, Gao M, Zheng R, Zhang Y, Li X, Liu Z, Zhang Y, Cao Z, Liu Q. Broad Spectral Response FeOOH/BiO 2-x Photocatalyst with Efficient Charge Transfer for Enhanced Photo-Fenton Synergistic Catalytic Activity. Molecules 2024; 29:919. [PMID: 38398669 PMCID: PMC10893118 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29040919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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In this work, to promote the separation of photogenerated carriers, prevent the catalyst from photo-corrosion, and improve the photo-Fenton synergistic degradation of organic pollutants, the coating structure of FeOOH/BiO2-x rich in oxygen vacancies was successfully synthesized by a facile and environmentally friendly two-step process of hydrothermal and chemical deposition. Through a series of degradation activity tests of synthesized materials under different conditions, it was found that FeOOH/BiO2-x demonstrated outstanding organic pollutant degradation activity under visible and near-infrared light when hydrogen peroxide was added. After 90 min of reaction under photo-Fenton conditions, the degradation rate of Methylene Blue by FeOOH/BiO2-x was 87.4%, significantly higher than the degradation efficiency under photocatalysis (60.3%) and Fenton (49.0%) conditions. The apparent rate constants of FeOOH/BiO2-x under photo-Fenton conditions were 2.33 times and 3.32 times higher than photocatalysis and Fenton catalysis, respectively. The amorphous FeOOH was tightly coated on the layered BiO2-x, which significantly increased the specific surface area and the number of active sites of the composites, and facilitated the improvement of the separation efficiency of the photogenerated carriers and the prevention of photo-corrosion of BiO2-x. The analysis of the mechanism of photo-Fenton synergistic degradation clarified that ·OH, h+, and ·O2- are the main active substances involved in the degradation of pollutants. The optimal degradation conditions were the addition of the FeOOH/BiO2-x composite catalyst loaded with 20% Fe at a concentration of 0.5 g/L, the addition of hydrogen peroxide at a concentration of 8 mM, and an initial pH of 4. This outstanding catalytic system offers a fresh approach to the creation and processing of iron-based photo-Fenton catalysts by quickly and efficiently degrading various organic contaminants.
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- Pengfei Wu
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Indoor Air Environmental Quality Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China;
- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Hebei Provincial Academy of Ecological Environmental Science, Shijiazhuang 050030, China;
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
- Hebei Key Lab of Environmental Photocatalytic and Electrocatalytic Materials, College of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China;
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- Hebei Key Lab of Environmental Photocatalytic and Electrocatalytic Materials, College of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China;
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- Hebei Pollution Control Technology Innovation Center of Steel and Coking Industry, Department of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Vocational University of Industry and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050091, China; (Y.Q.); (R.Z.); (Y.Z.); (X.L.); (Z.L.)
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Indoor Air Environmental Quality Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China;
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Durán-Álvarez JC, Drisya KT, García-Tablas R, Lartundo-Rojas L, Solís-López M, Zanella R, Subramaniam V. The visible-light-driven photocatalytic reduction of Cr 6+ using BiVO 4: assessing the effect of Au deposition and the reaction parameters. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2024; 45:1013-1023. [PMID: 36222246 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2022.2135461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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In this work, fern-leaf-like BiVO4 was used to photocatalytically reduce Cr6+ in water. Nanosized BiVO4 displayed bandgap energy and specific surface area of 2.49 eV and 5.65 m2 g-1, respectively. Metallic Au nanoparticles were deposited on the BiVO4 to increase the photocatalytic performance. To optimize the reaction conditions, the sacrificial agents methanol, ethanol, formic acid, dimethyl sulfoxide, and KI were tested, while different catalyst dosages and Au loadings were assessed. The best sacrificial agent was formic acid, which was used at an optimal concentration of 0.01 mol L-1. The complete removal of Cr6+ was attained after 90 min of visible light irradiation using a catalyst dosage of 1.5 g L-1. Depositing metallic Au nanoparticles barely improved the photocatalytic performance, thus unmodified BiVO4 was used to remove Cr6+ in tap water. The matrix effect slowed the photocatalytic process, and the complete removal of Cr6+ was achieved in 120 min. Cr3+ and Cr6+ species were precipitated on the catalyst surface at the end of the photocatalytic process; still, BiVO4 displayed high stability after three reaction cycles.
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- Juan C Durán-Álvarez
- Instituto de Ciencias Aplicadas y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Instituto de Ciencias Aplicadas y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Instituto de Ciencias Aplicadas y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Centro de Nanociencias y Micro y Nanotecnologías, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Ciudad de México, Mexico
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Eléctrica, Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del Instituto Politécnico Nacional (CINVESTAV-IPN), México, Mexico
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- Instituto de Ciencias Aplicadas y Tecnología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Eléctrica, Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del Instituto Politécnico Nacional (CINVESTAV-IPN), México, Mexico
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Moja MM, Mapossa AB, Chirwa EMN, Tichapondwa S. Photocatalytic degradation of 2,4-dichlorophenol using nanomaterials silver halide catalysts. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:11857-11872. [PMID: 38224437 PMCID: PMC10869396 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-31921-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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In this study, the photocatalytic activity of nanomaterials Ag/AgX (X = Cl, Br, I) is reported. Highly efficient silver halide (Ag/AgX where X = Cl, Br, I) photocatalysts were synthesized through a hydrothermal method. The samples were characterized using a range of techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) to check their structural, morphology, textural and optical properties. In addition, the photocatalytic activity of photocatalysts was evaluated through the degradation of 2,4-dichlorophenol (2,4-DCP) under UV and visible light irradiation. XRD analysis confirmed the presence of a single-phase structure (pure phase) in the synthesized photocatalysts. SEM micrographs showed agglomeration with a non-uniform distribution of particles, which is a characteristic of surfactant-free precipitation reactions in aqueous media. The Ag/AgBr photocatalyst exhibited the best degradation efficiency, resulting in 83.37% and 89.39% photodegradation after 5 h of UV and visible light irradiation, respectively. The effect of catalyst loading, initial solution pH, and 2,4-DCP concentration was investigated for the best-performing Ag/AgBr photocatalyst. The degradation kinetics were best described by the pseudo-first-order Langmuir-Hinshelwood model. The photocatalytic capacity of Ag/AgBr decreased by 50% after five reuse cycles. SEM images revealed heightened levels of photodegradation on the catalyst surface. The study proved the feasibility of using simple synthesis methods to produce visible light active photocatalysts capable of degrading refractory phenolic pollutants in aqueous systems.
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- Mahlako Mary Moja
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa.
- Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
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Zhao Y, Kong L, Li S, Zhao Z, Wang N, Pang Y. Research progress on composite material of bismuth vanadate catalyzing the decomposition of Quinolone antibiotics. Sci Rep 2024; 14:1591. [PMID: 38238361 PMCID: PMC10796960 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-51485-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 01/22/2024] Open
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Since quinolone is a kind of synthetic broad-spectrum antibacterial drugs, with the widespread use of this class of antibiotics, the risk and harm to human health have been attendant to the sewage containing quinolones which are discharged into the environment. Photocatalysis is considered as a promising technology for antibiotic degradation for its strong redox properties and reaction rate. As a metal oxidizing substance, Bismuth vanadate (BiVO4) is such a popular and hot material for the degradation of organic pollutants recently due to its good photocatalytic activity and chemical stability. Numerous studies have confirmed that BiVO4 composites can overcome the shortcomings of pure BiVO4 and cleave the main structure of quinolone under photocatalytic conditions. This paper mainly outlines the research progress on the preparation of BiVO4 composites and the degradation of quinolone antibiotics from the perspective of improving the catalysis and degrading the efficiency mechanism of BiVO4 composites.
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- Yuan Zhao
- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, 199 Donggang West Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, 199 Donggang West Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Clinical Medicine Gansu University Of Chinese Medicine, 35 Dingxi East Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, 199 Donggang West Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, 199 Donggang West Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, 199 Donggang West Road, Lanzhou, Gansu, People's Republic of China.
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Parida VK, Srivastava SK, Chowdhury S, Gupta AK. Visible Light-Assisted Degradation of Sulfamethoxazole on 2D/0D Sulfur-Doped Bi 2O 3/MnO 2 Z-Scheme Heterojunction Immobilized Photocatalysts. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2023; 39:18846-18865. [PMID: 38095629 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c02733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
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Retrieving the spent photocatalysts from the reaction system is always a challenging task. Therefore, the present work is focused on immobilizing sulfur-doped-Bi2O3/MnO2 (S-BOMO) heterojunction photocatalysts over different support matrices and evaluating their performance for the removal of sulfamethoxazole (SMX) in water under visible light. Our findings revealed S-BOMO coated clay beads (S-BOMO CCB) achieving more than 86% (240 min) SMX degradation ∼3, ∼1.3, and ∼2 times higher compared to S-BOMO coated on the different substrates, including glass beads, floating stones, and polymer material substrates, respectively. Mott-Schottky measurements confirmed the construction of the Z-scheme heterojunction involving MnO2 and 2S-Bi2O3. This Z-scheme mechanism, along with its narrow band gap of 1.58 eV, resulted in a rapid spatial transfer of the photogenerated charge carriers between the semiconductors and is believed to enhance the overall photocatalytic activity of the nanocomposite. Radical trapping and electron paramagnetic resonance results clearly established the active role of hydroxyl radicals and hydrogen peroxide in the degradation of SMX. Further, the 2S-BOMO CCB demonstrated excellent stability and photocatalytic activity over multiple runs. According to the sensitivity analysis and the results of anion effect experiments, phosphate and sulfate ions exhibit a significant impact on sulfamethoxazole degradation. Toxicity analysis revealed that 2S-BOMO CCB and sulfamethoxazole degradation byproducts were apparently innocuous. Additionally, the practical applicability of 2S-BOMO CCB was examined in various real water matrices, with the degradation efficiency followed the order: tap water < groundwater < surface water < hospital wastewater < municipal wastewater < pharmaceutical industry wastewater. The economic assessment revealed the reduction in the overall cost of the immobilized 2S-BOMO following the recovery process. Overall, the findings of this work provided critical insights into the synthesis and performance of incredibly effective and stable immobilized photocatalysts for the degradation of pharmaceutical pollutants.
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- Vishal Kumar Parida
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur 721302, India
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur 721302, India
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- Environmental Engineering Division, Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur 721302, India
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Zhang Z, He D, Zhang K, Yang H, Zhao S, Qu J. Recent Advances in Black Phosphorous-Based Photocatalysts for Degradation of Emerging Contaminants. TOXICS 2023; 11:982. [PMID: 38133383 PMCID: PMC10747269 DOI: 10.3390/toxics11120982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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The recalcitrant nature of emerging contaminants (ECs) in aquatic environments necessitates the development of effective strategies for their remediation, given the considerable impacts they pose on both human health and the delicate balance of the ecosystem. Semiconductor-based photocatalytic technology is recognized for its dual benefits in effectively addressing both ECs and energy-related challenges simultaneously. Among the plethora of photocatalysts, black phosphorus (BP) stands as a promising nonmetallic candidate, offering a host of advantages including its tunable direct band gap, broad-spectrum light absorption capabilities, and exceptional charge mobility. Nevertheless, pristine BP frequently underperforms, primarily due to issues related to its limited ambient stability and the rapid recombination of photogenerated electron-hole pairs. To overcome these challenges, substantial research efforts have been devoted to the creation of BP-based photocatalysts in recent years. However, there is a noticeable absence of reviews regarding the advancement of BP-based materials for the degradation of ECs in aqueous solutions. Therefore, to fill this gap, a comprehensive review is undertaken. In this review, we first present an in-depth examination of the fabrication processes for bulk BP and BP nanosheets (BPNS). The review conducts a thorough analysis and comparison of the merits and limitations inherent in each method, thereby delineating the most auspicious avenues for future research. Then, in line with the pathways followed by photogenerated electron-hole pairs at the interface, BP-based photocatalysts are systematically categorized into heterojunctions (Type I, Type II, Z-scheme, and S-scheme) and hybrids, and their photocatalytic performances against various ECs and the corresponding degradation mechanisms are comprehensively summarized. Finally, this review presents personal insights into the prospective avenues for advancing the field of BP-based photocatalysts for ECs remediation.
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- Zhaocheng Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Geographical Processes and Ecological Security of Changbai Mountains, Ministry of Education, School of Geographical Sciences, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130024, China;
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- School of Environment, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130117, China; (K.Z.); (H.Y.); (S.Z.)
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- School of Environment, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130117, China; (K.Z.); (H.Y.); (S.Z.)
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- School of Environment, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130117, China; (K.Z.); (H.Y.); (S.Z.)
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- School of Environment, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130117, China; (K.Z.); (H.Y.); (S.Z.)
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- School of Environment, Northeast Normal University, Changchun 130117, China; (K.Z.); (H.Y.); (S.Z.)
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Moradian S, Mohammadi Ziarani G, Badiei A, Iravani S. ZnO/black phosphorus/C 3N 4 composite: An effective photocatalyst for Cr (VI) reduction and degradation of rhodamine B. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 238:117122. [PMID: 37717806 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023]
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The utilization of photocatalysts offers a promising approach for the removal of Cr (VI) and rhodamine dyes. Through the generation of reactive species and subsequent degradation reactions, photocatalysis provides an efficient and environmentally friendly method for the remediation of wastewater. In this study, we have synthesized an n-p-n heterojunction of carbon nitride (C3N4), zinc oxide (ZnO), and black phosphorus (BP) through the sonication-stirring method. The photocatalytic ability of this composite was examined for the decomposition rhodamine B (RhB) and detoxification of hexavalent chromium ion (up to 97% during 80 min) under Xenon irradiation. The results of trapper experiments indicated that the active species were hydroxyl radical (˙OH), electron (e-), and superoxide anion radical (˙O2-). Based on the obtained potential of the lowest unoccupied molecular orbitals (LUMO) and the highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) for the mentioned semiconductors, through Mutt-Schottky results, the double Z-scheme mechanism was proposed for the studied process. The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy data exhibited good charge transfer for the evaluated composite versus the pure compounds. The impressive separation of holes and electrons along with the low recombination were confirmed by the responses of photocurrent and quenching the photoluminescence (pl) intensity for the composite, respectively. The current density of the composite recorded 66.6%, 87.3%, and 92% higher than those of BP, C3N4, and ZnO, indicating an excellent electron-hole separation for the ternary composite compared to the pure semiconductors. Diffuse reflectance spectra (DRS) data revealed 2.9, 3.17, 1.15, and 2.63 eV as the band gap values for C3N4, ZnO, BP, and composite. The rate constant of the new composite to remove RhB and reduce hexavalent chromium were about 4.79 and 2.64 times higher than that of C3N4, respectively.
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- Sahar Moradian
- School of Chemistry, College of Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Chemistry, College of Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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- Independent Researcher, W Nazar ST, Boostan Ave, Isfahan, Iran.
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Roy Barman S, Gavit P, Chowdhury S, Chatterjee K, Nain A. 3D-Printed Materials for Wastewater Treatment. JACS AU 2023; 3:2930-2947. [PMID: 38034974 PMCID: PMC10685417 DOI: 10.1021/jacsau.3c00409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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The increasing levels of water pollution pose an imminent threat to human health and the environment. Current modalities of wastewater treatment necessitate expensive instrumentation and generate large amounts of waste, thus failing to provide ecofriendly and sustainable solutions for water purification. Over the years, novel additive manufacturing technology, also known as three-dimensional (3D) printing, has propelled remarkable innovation in different disciplines owing to its capability to fabricate customized geometric objects rapidly and cost-effectively with minimal byproducts and hence undoubtedly emerged as a promising alternative for wastewater treatment. Especially in membrane technology, 3D printing enables the designing of ultrathin membranes and membrane modules layer-by-layer with different morphologies, complex hierarchical structures, and a wide variety of materials otherwise unmet using conventional fabrication strategies. Extensive research has been dedicated to preparing membrane spacers with excellent surface properties, potentially improving the membrane filtration performance for water remediation. The revolutionary developments in membrane module fabrication have driven the utilization of 3D printing approaches toward manufacturing advanced membrane components, including biocarriers, sorbents, catalysts, and even whole membranes. This perspective highlights recent advances and essential outcomes in 3D printing technologies for wastewater treatment. First, different 3D printing techniques, such as material extrusion, selective laser sintering (SLS), and vat photopolymerization, emphasizing membrane fabrication, are briefly discussed. Importantly, in this Perspective, we focus on the unique 3D-printed membrane modules, namely, feed spacers, biocarriers, sorbents, and so on. The unparalleled advantages of 3D printed membrane components in surface area, geometry, and thickness and their influence on antifouling, removal efficiency, and overall membrane performance are underlined. Moreover, the salient applications of 3D printing technologies for water desalination, oil-water separation, heavy metal and organic pollutant removal, and nuclear decontamination are also outlined. This Perspective summarizes the recent works, current limitations, and future outlook of 3D-printed membrane technologies for wastewater treatment.
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- Snigdha Roy Barman
- Department
of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
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- Department
of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
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- Department
of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
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- Department
of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
- Department
of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
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- Department
of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka 560012, India
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Zheng H, Wang J, Kong B, Xu X, Zhang M, Wang W. Defect physics of intrinsic point defects in BiPO 4 photocatalysts: a hybrid functional study. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2023; 25:30848-30857. [PMID: 37859527 DOI: 10.1039/d3cp03636g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
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In this work, the intrinsic point defect properties of bulk BiPO4 under different growth conditions are intensively investigated and explored using first-principles hybrid functional calculations. It is found that Bi vacancies and O vacancies are the primary native defects in BiPO4. Under O-poor conditions, BiPO4 acts as an intrinsic insulator because the O vacancy defects (donor) and the Bi vacancy defects (acceptor) compensate for each other. Under Bi-poor conditions, good p-type conductivity is observed in BiPO4, which affirms the observed p-type conductivity behavior in experiments. Bi vacancies in BiPO4 are very shallow, which make it an excellent acceptor and are mostly responsible for the p-type character. In addition, it is found that the primary Bi vacancy defects of BiPO4 hardly affect its electronic structure and optical absorption spectrum regardless of the charge states. In contrast, the neutral O vacancy defects in BiPO4 introduce an impurity energy level near the VBM and induce a new optical absorption peak at around 370 nm. Furthermore, the O vacancies should be favorable for enhancing the production and separation efficiencies of the photo-generated electrons and holes in BiPO4. While Bi vacancies easily provide p-type carriers, simultaneously, they could become the active sites for the photocatalytic reactions because of their dominant -3 charge state. Therefore, understanding the defect physics in BiPO4 photocatalysts is believed to be beneficial for more research in developing BiPO4 or BiPO4-based photocatalysts.
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- Hongchun Zheng
- School of Physics and Astronomy, China West Normal University, Nanchong 637002, China.
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, China West Normal University, Nanchong 637002, China.
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, China West Normal University, Nanchong 637002, China.
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, China West Normal University, Nanchong 637002, China.
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, China West Normal University, Nanchong 637002, China.
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- Guizhou Provincial Key Laboratory of Computational Nano-Material Science, Guizhou Education University, Guiyang, 550018, China.
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Huang NY, Zheng YT, Chen D, Chen ZY, Huang CZ, Xu Q. Reticular framework materials for photocatalytic organic reactions. Chem Soc Rev 2023; 52:7949-8004. [PMID: 37878263 DOI: 10.1039/d2cs00289b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Photocatalytic organic reactions, harvesting solar energy to produce high value-added organic chemicals, have attracted increasing attention as a sustainable approach to address the global energy crisis and environmental issues. Reticular framework materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs), are widely considered as promising candidates for photocatalysis owing to their high crystallinity, tailorable pore environment and extensive structural diversity. Although the design and synthesis of MOFs and COFs have been intensively developed in the last 20 years, their applications in photocatalytic organic transformations are still in the preliminary stage, making their systematic summary necessary. Thus, this review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding and useful guidelines for the exploration of suitable MOF and COF photocatalysts towards appropriate photocatalytic organic reactions. The commonly used reactions are categorized to facilitate the identification of suitable reaction types. From a practical viewpoint, the fundamentals of experimental design, including active species, performance evaluation and external reaction conditions, are discussed in detail for easy experimentation. Furthermore, the latest advances in photocatalytic organic reactions of MOFs and COFs, including their composites, are comprehensively summarized according to the actual active sites, together with the discussion of their structure-property relationship. We believe that this study will be helpful for researchers to design novel reticular framework photocatalysts for various organic synthetic applications.
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- Ning-Yu Huang
- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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Ali H, Mahto B, Barhoi A, Hussain S. Visible light-driven photocatalytic thiol-ene/yne reactions using anisotropic 1D Bi 2S 3 nanorods: a green synthetic approach. NANOSCALE 2023; 15:14551-14563. [PMID: 37609951 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr02889e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Thiol-ene/yne click reactions play a significant role in creating carbon-sulfur (C-S) bonds, and there has been a growing interest in using visible-light photoredox catalysis for their formation. In this study, anisotropic 1D Bi2S3 nanorods were prepared using a simple polyol-assisted reflux method, and they were used as catalysts for the thiol-ene/yne click reactions under visible light irradiation. The developed protocol is highly compatible and tolerant to various substrates with excellent product yields. Also, thiol-ene and -yne reactions achieved maximum TONs of 93 and 95, respectively. Detailed mechanistic studies were conducted and supported by NMR studies, radical trapping utilizing TEMPO, and ESI-MS product analysis. The ability of Bi2S3 nanorods to catalyze thiol-ene/yne reactions is primarily due to the creation of photoexcited holes, which aid in the formation of thiyl radicals. This method can be scaled up to the gram-scale synthesis of benzyl styryl sulfide with an excellent chemical yield of 90%. The 1D Bi2S3 nanorods also demonstrated structural and morphological stability throughout five reaction cycles while maintaining a favorable photocatalytic activity. The developed methodology had the advantages of broad substrate scope, mild reaction conditions, scaled-up synthesis, and nonrequirement of free radical initiators.
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- Haider Ali
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, Bihta, 801103, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, Bihta, 801103, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, Bihta, 801103, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, Bihta, 801103, India.
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Sa K, Zhang X, Zeng Z, Liang Y, Han C. Wet-chemical intercalation of Bi 4TaO 8Br with self-adaptive structural deformation for enhanced photocatalytic performance. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:10145-10148. [PMID: 37530062 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc02874g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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A small specific surface area and severe charge carrier recombination greatly limit the photocatalytic efficiency of semiconductors. Herein, we developed a novel wet-chemical intercalation strategy by using the NaBH4 reagent for in situ intercalation-assisted expansion and surface/interface reconstruction of Bi4TaO8Br, which exhibits an enhanced specific surface area and charge carrier separation features. This work highlights intercalation of semiconductors for achieving enhanced photocatalytic performance and provides a new idea to synergistically regulate the morphology and surface/interface composition of semiconductors.
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- Ke Sa
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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Bentel MJ, Mason MM, Cates EL. Synthesis of Petitjeanite Bi 3O(OH)(PO 4) 2 Photocatalytic Microparticles: Effect of Synthetic Conditions on the Crystal Structure and Activity toward Degradation of Aqueous Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA). ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:20854-20864. [PMID: 37083368 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c20483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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The discovery of synthetic Bi3O(OH)(PO4)2 [BOHP] and its application toward photocatalytic oxidation of the water contaminant perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) have prompted further interest in development. Despite its high activity toward PFOA degradation, the scarce appearance in the literature and lack of research have left a knowledge gap in the understanding of BOHP synthesis, formation, and photocatalytic activity. Herein, we explore the crystallization of BOHP microparticles via hydrothermal syntheses, focusing on the influence of ions and organics present in the reaction solution when using different hydroxide amendments (NaOH, NH4OH, NMe4OH, and NEt4OH). To better understand the unique structure-activity aspects of BOHP, the related bismuth oxy phosphate (BOP) structural family was also explored, including A-BOP (A = Na+ and K+) and M-BOP derivatives (M = Ca2+, Sr2+, and Pb2+). Results from materials characterization, including X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, indicated that the crystal structure, morphology, and atomic composition were significantly influenced by solution pH, inorganic metal cations (Na+, K+, Ca2+, Sr2+, and Pb2+), and organic amines. Experiments involving ultraviolet photocatalytic destruction of PFOA by a BOHP suspension revealed that catalytic activity was influenced by the choice of reagents and their variable effect on surface facet growth and crystal defects in the resulting microparticles. Together, this work provides a strategy for crystal facet and surface defect engineering with the potential to expand to other metal oxides within the hydrothermal system.
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- Michael J Bentel
- Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, United States
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- Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, United States
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- Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, United States
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Kanakaraju D, Chandrasekaran A. Recent advances in TiO 2/ZnS-based binary and ternary photocatalysts for the degradation of organic pollutants. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 868:161525. [PMID: 36642264 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.161525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Semiconductor-mediated photocatalysis plays a pivotal role in the elimination of organic pollutants from water systems. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) and zinc sulphide (ZnS) semiconductors are commonly utilized as photocatalysts in water purification due to their physical and chemical stability and also large band gap. The drawbacks of both semiconductors, nevertheless, prevent them from being used in real and large-scale treatments. Therefore, binary and ternary-based TiO2/ZnS nanostructured materials may be a promising solution to improve the quantum efficiency, structural, and electrical features of pure TiO2 and ZnS semiconductors for improved photoefficiency. This review aims to unravel the development of binary TiO2/ZnS and the modification of ternary photocatalysts (TiO2/ZnS-X, X = metal, non-metal, and dye sensitization) by various approaches. The engineered TiO2/ZnS-based ternary nanostructured materials have exhibited exceptional performance to accelerate the degradation of organic pollutants in wastewater. These materials were fabricated by modifying TiO2/ZnS binary composite and embedding co-catalysts like carbonaceous material, polymeric material, transition metal, metal oxide, and metal. The relationship between the properties of the resulting nanomaterials and their photocatalytic performances has been examined. This review has also placed a special focus on the synthetic routes applied to derive the binary and ternary TiO2/ZnS composites. Another aim of this review is to scrutinize the factors that influence the performance of binary and ternary-based TiO2/ZnS composites on the degradation of organic pollutants. Opportunities for further investigation have been also outlined, along with limitations and impediments based on the current findings.
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- Devagi Kanakaraju
- Faculty of Resource Science and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia.
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- Faculty of Resource Science and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
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Shi M, Yang H, Zhao Z, Ren G, Meng X. Bismuth-based semiconductors applied in photocatalytic reduction processes: fundamentals, advances and future perspectives. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:4274-4287. [PMID: 36942529 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc00580a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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Bismuth-based semiconductors (BBSs) with their typical layered structures and unique electronic properties are considered an attractive visible light-responsive photocatalysts. Recently, BBS exhibited promising properties and was rapidly developed in photoreduction reactions. In this review, we firstly focus on the photoreduction reactions of BBS with a description of the basic principles. Specifically, the restrictive factors of the photoreduction reactions and the design directions of the catalysts are addressed. BBS photocatalysts, such as bismuth oxide, bismuth halide oxide and bismuth-based oxygenates, are presented in terms of the catalyst material design, crystal structure and other features. Furthermore, the primary applications of BBS in photoreduction reactions are described, including CO2 reduction, N2 reduction, H2 evolution, and nitrate reduction. Additionally, the advances and shortages of BBS applied in these processes are summarized and comprehensively discussed. Future works for BBS applied in photoreduction processes are also proposed.
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- Meng Shi
- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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Zeng FL, Zhu HL, Wang RN, Yuan XY, Sun K, Qu LB, Chen XL, Yu B. Bismuth vanadate: A versatile heterogeneous catalyst for photocatalytic functionalization of C(sp2)–H bonds. CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/s1872-2067(23)64391-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2023]
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Yan L, Tang J, Qiao QA, Wang Y, Cai H, Jin J, Gao H, Xu Y. Synthesize, Construction and Enhanced Performance of Bi2WO6/ZnS Heterojunction under Visible Light: Experimental and DFT study. ARAB J CHEM 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2023.104760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Wen H, Pan Z, Wang X, Li K, Wang Q, Luo J, Fu H, Zhang L, Wang Z. Dissolution behaviors of a visible-light-responsive photocatalyst BiVO 4: Measurements and chemical equilibrium modeling. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2023; 443:130187. [PMID: 36327834 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2022.130187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Revised: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Despite of the extensive research in semiconductor photocatalysis with respect to material and device innovations, much of the fundamental aquatic chemistry of those new materials that governs their environmental hazard and implications remains poorly understood. BiVO4 has long been recognized as a promising visible-light-responsive photocatalyst. However, the solubility product (Ksp) of BiVO4 and the mechanistic understanding of the non-stoichiometric dissolution of BiVO4 remain unclear. Here, we investigated the solubility of BiVO4 via the observation on its non-stoichiometric dissolution in the pH range of 4-9. Combining dissolution experiments, adsorption behavior and thermodynamic equilibrium calculations, the Ksp of BiVO4 was determined to be 10-35.81±0.51. The solubility and stability of BiVO4 were strongly pH-dependent, with the lowest solubility and highest stability near pH 5. Furthermore, we tested the effect of illumination on the dissolution of BiVO4, which was significantly enhanced by light. Under both dark and illumination conditions, adsorption of dissolved bismuth by BiVO4 solids was the main reason for the non-stoichiometric dissolution of BiVO4, and could be modeled by including an additional surface complexation reaction. Thus, the results highlighted the importance of considering the dissolution of photocatalysts, and presented a feasible method to evaluate environmental stability and risks of other semiconductor materials.
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- Hongbiao Wen
- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China.
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, China.
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Photon driven nitrogen fixation via Ni-incorporated ZrO2/Bi2O3: p-n heterojunction. Catal Today 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cattod.2023.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/11/2023]
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Bismuth-Based Multi-Component Heterostructured Nanocatalysts for Hydrogen Generation. Catalysts 2023. [DOI: 10.3390/catal13020295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Developing a unique catalytic system with enhanced activity is the topmost priority in the science of H2 energy to reduce costs in large-scale applications, such as automobiles and domestic sectors. Researchers are striving to design an effective catalytic system capable of significantly accelerating H2 production efficiency through green pathways, such as photochemical, electrochemical, and photoelectrochemical routes. Bi-based nanocatalysts are relatively cost-effective and environmentally benign materials which possess advanced optoelectronic properties. However, these nanocatalysts suffer back recombination reactions during photochemical and photoelectrochemical operations which impede their catalytic efficiency. However, heterojunction formation allows the separation of electron–hole pairs to avoid recombination via interfacial charge transfer. Thus, synergetic effects between the Bi-based heterostructured nanocatalysts largely improves the course of H2 generation. Here, we propose the systematic review of Bi-based heterostructured nanocatalysts, highlighting an in-depth discussion of various exceptional heterostructures, such as TiO2/BiWO6, BiWO6/Bi2S3, Bi2WO6/BiVO4, Bi2O3/Bi2WO6, ZnIn2S4/BiVO4, Bi2O3/Bi2MoO6, etc. The reviewed heterostructures exhibit excellent H2 evolution efficiency, ascribed to their higher stability, more exposed active sites, controlled morphology, and remarkable band-gap tunability. We adopted a slightly different approach for reviewing Bi-based heterostructures, compiling them according to their applicability in H2 energy and discussing challenges, prospects, and guidance to develop better and more efficient nanocatalytic systems.
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Electrodeposition and analysis of thick bismuth films. Sci Rep 2023; 13:1202. [PMID: 36681686 PMCID: PMC9867696 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-28042-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Due to its unique physical and chemical properties, bismuth is an attractive candidate for a wide range of applications such as battery anodes, radiation shielding, and semiconductors, to name a few. This work presents the electrodeposition of mechanically stable and homogenous bismuth films at micron-scale thicknesses. A simple one-step electrodeposition process using either a pulse/reverse or direct current source yielded thick, homogenous, and mechanically stable bismuth films. Morphology, electrochemical behavior, adhesion, and mechanical stability of bismuth coatings plated with varying parameters were characterized via optical profilometry, cyclic voltammetry, electron microscopy, and tribology. Scratch testing on thick electroplated coatings (> 100 µm) revealed similar wear resistance properties between the pulse/reverse plated and direct current electroplated films. This study presents a versatile bismuth electroplating process with the possibility to replace lead in radiation shields with an inexpensive, non-toxic metal, or to make industrially relevant electrocatalytic devices.
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Hassan IU, Naikoo GA, Salim H, Awan T, Tabook MA, Pedram MZ, Mustaqeem M, Sohani A, Hoseinzadeh S, Saleh TA. Advances in Photochemical Splitting of Seawater over Semiconductor Nano-Catalysts for Hydrogen Production: A Critical Review. J IND ENG CHEM 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2023.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Zhang J, Lu X, Shi X. Facile synthesis of amorphous carbon-coated bismuth phosphate nanocomposite for lithium-ion battery anode with ultra-long cycle stability. J SOLID STATE CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jssc.2022.123588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Li Y, Zhang J, Chen L, Yin W, Li M, Chen X, Liu L, Zhu C. Construction of flower-like Zn2+/BiOBr with enhanced visible photocatalytic activity for the degradation of levofloxacin. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Chen X, Chen P, Yang S, Gao H. Recent advances in bismuth oxyhalides photocatalysts and their applications. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2022; 34:052001. [PMID: 36332232 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/aca02e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Bismuth oxyhalides photocatalysts exhibit great potential to solve the energy and environmental issues under visible light due to their unique physicochemical and optical properties. However, the photocatalytic activity of pristine bismuth oxyhalides remains unsatisfactory because of their inherent drawbacks. Up to now, many strategies have been used to improve the photocatalytic performance. In this review, the basic mechanism, unique properties and structure of bismuth oxyhalides photocatalysts have been introduced, and the common techniques of synthesis, modification, and main applications have been discussed. Finally, new insights are proposed to meet the future challenges and development of the photocatalysts, which can provide better knowledge for the advancement of the related research areas.
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- Xuemei Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, People's Republic of China
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Li ZQ, Fu HC, Wang XH, Chen XH, Li T, Cui YB, Li NB, Luo HQ. Promoting photocatalytic organic pollutant degradation of BiOIO3/ basic bismuth (III) nitrate by dual field effect: Built-in electric field and piezoelectric field effect. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.129820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Tashkandi NY, Albukhari SM, Ismail AA. Mesoporous BiVO 4/TiO 2 heterojunction: enhanced photoabsorption and photocatalytic ability through promoted charge transfer. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:78472-78482. [PMID: 35697983 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-21336-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BiVO4 has been constructed into heterojunctions with TiO2 to boost the photocatalytic ability under visible illumination. Here, mesoporous BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposites have been fabricated by a facile sol-gel approach utilizing nonionic surfactant and addressed for morphological, optical, structural, and degradation of ciprofloxacin (CIP) in water under visible illumination as an antibiotic pollutant model. The TEM images demonstrated that the TiO2 NPs are homogenous in terms of shape and size (15 ± 5 nm). The introduction of BiVO4 into mesoporous TiO2 could effectively enhance the rapid separation efficiency of the photoinduced carriers and optical absorption. The 3%BiVO4/TiO2 photocatalyst possessed the best degradation efficiency (100%) within 60 min which was promoted 20-folds larger than TiO2 NPs (5%). 3%BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposite exhibited the fastest degradation rate (2.15 × 10-2 min-1), which was 40 times faster than bare TiO2 photocatalyst (0.05 × 10-2 min-1). The enhanced photocatalytic ability originated from superior charge separation characteristics and high solar energy absorption in mesopore structures. The recombination rate and mobility of charge carriers were characterized utilizing photoluminescence (PL) and photoelectrochemical measurements. This work highlights the advantages of mesoporous heterojunction BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposites for photocatalytic performances and provides a multilateral route to design an effective wide-spectrum response photocatalyst for the development of comparable materials. The photocatalytic mechanism for degradation CIP over BiVO4/TiO2 was discussed in detail..
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- Nada Y Tashkandi
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah, 21589, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah, 21589, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Program, Energy and Building Research Center, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR), P.O. Box 24885, 13109, Safat, Kuwait.
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Sharma S, Kumar R, Raizada P, Ahamad T, Alshehri SM, Nguyen VH, Thakur S, Nguyen CC, Kim SY, Le QV, Singh P. An overview on recent progress in photocatalytic air purification: Metal-based and metal-free photocatalysis. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2022; 214:113995. [PMID: 35932830 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2022.113995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Air pollution is becoming a distinctly growing concern and the most pressing universal problem as a result of increased energy consumption, with the multiplication of the human population and industrial enterprises, resulting in the generation of hazardous pollutants. Among these, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, Volatile organic compounds, Semi volatile organic compounds, and other inorganic gases not only have an adverse impact on human health both outdoors and indoors, but have also substantially altered the global climate, resulting in several calamities around the world. Thus, the purification of air is a crucial matter to deal with. Photocatalytic oxidation is one of the most recent and promising technologies, and it has been the subject of numerous studies over the past two decades. Hence, the photocatalyst is the most reassuring aspirant due to its adequate bandgap and exquisite stability. The process of photocatalysis has provided many benefits to the atmosphere by removing pollutants. In this review, our work focuses on four main themes. Firstly, we briefly elaborated on the general mechanism of air pollutant degradation, followed by an overview of the typical TiO2 photocatalyst, which is the most researched photocatalyst for photocatalytic destruction of gaseous VOCs. The influence of operating parameters influencing the process of photocatalytic oxidation (such as mass transfer, light source and intensity, pollutant concentration, and relative humidity) was then summarized. Afterwards, the progress and drawbacks of some typical photoreactors (including monolithic reactors, microreactors, optical fiber reactors, and packed bed reactors) were described and differentiated. Lastly, the most noteworthy coverage is dedicated to different types of modification strategies aimed at ameliorating the performance of photocatalysts for degradation of air pollutants, which were proposed and addressed. In addition, the review winds up with a brief deliberation for more exploration into air purification photocatalysis.
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- Sarika Sharma
- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan (HP), 173229, India
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- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan (HP), 173229, India
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- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan (HP), 173229, India
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE), Kelambakkam, Kanchipuram district-603103, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Bioorganic Chemistry and Biotechnology, Silesian University of Technology, B. Krzywoustego 4, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland
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- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Viet Nam; Faculty of Environmental Chemical Engineering, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Viet Nam
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, 145, Anam-ro Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, 145, Anam-ro Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea.
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- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan (HP), 173229, India.
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Ren G, Wei Z, Liu S, Shi M, Li Z, Meng X. Recent review of Bi xMO y (M=V, Mo, W) for photocatalytic CO 2 reduction into solar fuels. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 307:136026. [PMID: 35973486 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2022] [Revised: 08/07/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The utilization of solar energy for CO2 conversion not only enables a green and low-carbon recycling of CO2 with renewable energy, but also solves ecological problems. BixMOy (M = V, Mo, W) materials have typical layered structures and unique electronic properties that provide suitable band gaps and potential to meet the basic conditions for CO2 reduction. However, pristine BixMOy faces with problems such as small specific surface area, insufficient active sites, low charge carriers' separation and utilization efficiency. This review comprehensively described the basic principles and reaction pathways of photocatalytic CO2 reduction, and further presented the research progress of BixMOy catalysts in CO2 conversion reactions. In this perspective, we further focus on the design concepts and modification strategies to improve the photocatalytic CO2 reduction activity of BixMOy, such as morphology control, constructing surface vacancies and heterojunction fabrication. Finally, based on representative researches, the present review will be expected to provide updated information and insights for developing advanced BixMOy materials to further improve CO2 reduction activity and selectivity.
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- Guangmin Ren
- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China.
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Rashid J, Imtiaz F, Xu M, Savina IN. Hydrogen peroxide modified and bismuth vanadate decorated titanium dioxide nanocomposite (BiVO 4@HMT) for enhanced visible light photocatalytic growth inhibition of harmful cyanobacteria in water. RSC Adv 2022; 12:31338-31351. [PMID: 36349036 PMCID: PMC9623613 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra05317a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The persistence of harmful cyanobacterial algal blooms in aquatic ecosystems leads to health damage for various life forms. In this study, a photocatalyst active in the visible light range was prepared by combining BiVO4 with hydrogen peroxide modified titanium dioxide (BiVO4@HMT; for short), using an impregnation method. The catalyst was used to photocatalytically inhibit the growth of cyanobacteria collected from a bloom site. To infer the optimum pH for cyanobacterial growth, the effect of pH was studied. The growth of cyanobacteria was favoured in an alkaline environment at pH values in the range of 8-9.5 when analysed on the 20th day of incubation. Structural and chemical analysis of pristine and composite nano-powders was performed using XRD, SEM, TEM and XPS, confirming the heterojunction formation, while optical and band gap analysis revealed increased visible light absorption and reduced band gap of the composite. A small strawberry seed-like assembly of BiVO4 particles increased the light absorption in the 15%BiVO4@HMT composite and increased the inhibition efficiency up to 2.56 times compared to pristine HMT at an exposure time of 6 h and cell concentration at 0.1 g L-1 with an optimum catalyst dose of 1 g L-1. The amount of chlorophyll 'a' decreased due to the generation of catalytically reactive species, especially holes (h+), which caused oxidative damage to the cell wall, cell membrane and antioxidants in algal cells. This study reports that visible light active nanocatalysts can be used as a promising method for reducing algal blooms in water bodies.
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- Jamshaid Rashid
- BNU-HKUST Laboratory for Green Innovation, Advanced Institute of Natural Sciences, Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai Zhuhai 519087 China
- Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-I-Azam University Islamabad 45320 Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-I-Azam University Islamabad 45320 Pakistan
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- BNU-HKUST Laboratory for Green Innovation, Advanced Institute of Natural Sciences, Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai Zhuhai 519087 China
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- School of Applied Sciences, University of Brighton Huxley Building, Lewes Road Brighton BN2 4GJ UK
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Xu XF, Chen LF, Xu HK, Lai GX, Hu SM, Ji H, Tang JJ, Chen XY, Zhu WL. Theoretical study on the stability, ferroelectricity and photocatalytic properties of CaBiO 3. RSC Adv 2022; 12:30764-30770. [PMID: 36349153 PMCID: PMC9606733 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra05660g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Materials with high ferroelectric polarization strength and sufficient absorption of visible light have unique advantages in photocatalysis. Based on the results of structure search, phonon frequency, and elasticity coefficient calculations, CaBiO3 has a stable R3 polar structure. First-principles calculations indicate that R3-CaBiO3 is a potentially efficient ferroelectric visible-light photocatalytic material for hydrogen production. CaBiO3 under slight strain can maintain high ferroelectric polarization strength, strong visible light absorption capacity and small effective mass. CaBiO3 under tensile strain has potentially ferroelectric photogeneration of hydrogen with a band edge position that crosses the redox potential of water. These results can expand the application of Bi-based materials in photocatalytic hydrogen production.
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- Xiang-Fu Xu
- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, South China University of Technology Guangzhou 510640 PR China
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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- Department of Physics, School of Science, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology Maoming Guangdong 525000 PR China +86-668-2923567 +86-668-2923838
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Vadivel S, Fujii M, Rajendran S. Novel S-scheme 2D/2D Bi 4O 5Br 2 nanoplatelets/g-C 3N 5 heterojunctions with enhanced photocatalytic activity towards organic pollutants removal. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2022; 213:113736. [PMID: 35750121 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2022.113736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 06/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Removal of organic pollutants and pharma products in waste water using semiconductor photocatalysts has gained huge interest among recent days. However, low visible light absorption, recombination rate of charge carriers and less availability of reaction sites are still major obstacles for the photocatalysis process. Herein, an in situ-forming Bi4O5Br2 nanosheets decorated on the surface g-C3N5 were prepared via simple hydrothermal method under ambient temperature. The basic pH condition plays a vital role in growing for Bi4O5Br2 nanosheets. Various characterization studies such as TEM, SEM, PL and UV-DRS studies confirmed the formation of close contact between the Bi4O5Br2 and g-C3N5 nanosheets. The construction of Bi4O5Br2 nanoplatelets/g-C3N5 nanocomposite increases the surface-active sites and improving the separation efficiencies of excitons, which is greatly influenced in the degradation of ciprofloxacin and bisphenol-A pollutants. Meanwhile, the flow of electrons from the layered structured graphite carbon of g-C3N5 which enables excellent electrical contact in the heterojunction. Besides, the main free radicals were determined as e- and •O2-, and production level of free radicals were confirmed by radical trapping experiments. The possible degradation mechanism was proposed and discussed. Finally, this work provides a unique approach to in-situ preparation of heterojunction photocatalysts and demonstrates the prepared Bi4O5Br2 nanoplatelets/g-C3N5 photocatalysts have great potential in the waste water management.
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- Sethumathavan Vadivel
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 152-8552, Japan.
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 152-8552, Japan.
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Mecánica, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad de Tarapacá, Avda. General Velásquez, 1775, Arica, Chile
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Liu T, Yang F, Wang L, Pei L, Hu Y, Li R, Hou K, Ren T. Synergistic Effect of Charge Separation and Multiple Reactive Oxygen Species Generation on Boosting Photocatalytic Degradation of Fluvastatin by ZnIn 2S 4/Bi 2WO 6 Z-Scheme Heterostructured Photocatalytst. TOXICS 2022; 10:toxics10100555. [PMID: 36287836 PMCID: PMC9612086 DOI: 10.3390/toxics10100555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2022] [Revised: 09/16/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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The application of semiconductor photocatalysts with narrow band gaps is hindered by the rapid recombination of electron-hole pairs and limitation of multiple reactive oxygen species (ROS) synchronous generation. A n-n-type direct Z-scheme heterostructured photocatalyst was constructed based on the staggered band alignment of bismuth tungstate (Bi2WO6) and indium zinc sulfide (ZnIn2S4) to reveal the synergistic effect of charge separation and multiple ROS synchronous generation on boosting photocatalytic performance. Under irradiation, electrons in the conduction band (CB) of Bi2WO6 and holes in the valence band (VB) of ZnIn2S4 recombined at interface to prolong the lifetime of electrons in the CB of ZnIn2S4 and holes in the VB of Bi2WO6. Meanwhile, the multiple ROS synchronously generated to oxidize pollutant due to the strong redox ability of electrons of ZnIn2S4 and holes of Bi2WO6, which was determined by the CB potential of ZnIn2S4 and VB potential of Bi2WO6. The results provided valuable insights for the application of photocatalysts with a narrow band gap in the field of water pollution control.
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- Tingting Liu
- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an 710048, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an 710048, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an 710048, China
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- Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Urumqi 830011, China
- Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijin 100101, China
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- Northwest Branch of Beijing CCI Architectural Design Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710065, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an 710048, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an 710048, China
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- Xi’an Capital Water Company Limited, Xi’an 710086, China
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Zhang B, Li A, Lin J, Liang W. Exploring the photocatalytic properties and carrier dynamics of 2D Janus XMMX' (X = S, Se; M = Ga, In; and X' = Te) materials. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2022; 24:23437-23446. [PMID: 36128932 DOI: 10.1039/d2cp03222h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
Abstract
Recently, two-dimensional (2D) Janus structures have been extensively explored because of their robust electron mobility and unique photocatalytic properties. In spite of the increasing interest, the origin of high photocatalytic activities and the behaviors of photoinduced carriers in this kind of materials have not been well understood. Herein, we present a step-by-step protocol based on the first-principles calculations combined with the ab initio non-adiabatic molecular dynamics (NAMD) simulations to unveil the origin of high photocatalytic activity of highly stable typical 2D Janus XMMX' structures (X = S, Se; M = Ga, In; and X' = Te). Their band structures, optical properties, exciton binding energies, carrier effective masses, solar-to-hydrogen efficiency, hot carrier relaxation and recombination times, etc. have been calculated. We find that the difference between X and X' atoms on the two surfaces of the XMMX' monolayer not only builds an out-of-plane electric field, which significantly affects the charge distributions on the valence band maxima (VBM) and the conduction band minima (CBM) and subsequently decreases the exciton binding energy, but also transforms the indirect band structures of XM into the direct ones with well suitable energy gaps for visible-light absorption as well as endows the XMMX' structures with unequal electron and hole mobility, rapid hot carrier relaxation and slow electron-hole recombination processes on a timescale of tens of nanoseconds. The current work suggests that Janus XMMX' monolayers are good photocatalytic materials for overall water splitting and provides a guide to regulate the materials' properties for efficient energy harvesting and optoelectronic applications.
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- Bofeng Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, Fujian Province, P. R. China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, Fujian Province, P. R. China.
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- School of Science, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, Fujian Province, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, Fujian Province, P. R. China.
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