Nanostructured MnO _<i>x</i> /g-C₃N₄ for photodegradation of sulfamethoxazole under visible light irradiation.

ABSTRACT: The effectiveness of g-C₃N₄ as photocatalyst is hindered by the rapid recombination of photo-generated electron/hole pairs. To improve its photocatalytic performance, the incorporation of g-C₃N₄ with co-catalysts can promote charge separation efficiency and enhance redox capabilities. In our study, a two-step approach involving calcination and solvothermal method was utilized to fabricate a proficient MnO _x /g-C₃N₄ heterojunction photocatalyst with high photocatalytic activity. MnO _x is effective at capturing holes to impede the recombination of electron/hole pairs. The MnO _x /g-C₃N₄ composite shows a notable improvement in photocatalytic degradation

SUBMITTER: Nguyen OTK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11561708 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature