Single Ru atoms with precise coordination on a monolayer layered double hydroxide for efficient electrooxidation catalysis.

ABSTRACT: The catalytic properties of single-atom catalysts (SACs) can be influenced largely by the chemical environment exerted by supports. Therefore, a precise location of the single atom is essential for understanding of the reaction mechanism and design of novel SACs. However, the preparation of SACs with a precise location remains a great challenge. Herein, we report a facile one-step method to synthesize single Ru atoms supported on a monolayer NiFe-layered double hydroxide (mono-NiFe). Detailed studies demonstrate that the single Ru atoms are not dispersed randomly in the LDH structure, but are uniquely located on the top of the Fe-metal atom of mono-NiFe via three oxygen atoms. Furthermore, these SACs prove to be highly active for the hydrazine electrooxidation reaction. Density func

SUBMITTER: Wang Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6335951 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature