Understanding the Energy Band Mechanism in MoS₂/Co₃O₄ Heterojunction-Based Bioplastics Affected by Carrier Concentration.

ABSTRACT: Bioplastics are adopted to replace fossil-based plastics because they are microplastic-free and self-degradable without releasing greenhouse gasses. Despite having many benefits, the main applications of bioplastics are packaging and kitchenware. Moreover, the utilization of bioplastics in electronic applications is still underexplored. Consequently, the development of bioplastics for electronic applications, especially heterojunctions, is essential. Here, we report a novel molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂)/cobalt oxide (Co₃O₄) heterojunction based on bioplastic semiconductors, with agar as a matrix. This work also exposes the effect of carrier concentration on the mechanism of an energy band. Using the density of state in three dimensions, Anderson's rule, and t

SUBMITTER: Tippo P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11858651 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature