scholarly journals Green synthesis of Zinc sulphide (ZnS) nanostructures using S. frutescences plant extract for photocatalytic degradation of dyes and antibiotics

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shonisani Munyai ◽  
Louisa Mahlaule Glory ◽  
Nomso Charmaine Hintsho-Mbita
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Zinc Sulphide ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Optimum Conditions ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Multifunctional Material ◽  
Degradation Of Dyes ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Degradation Analysis

Abstract Pollutants such as dyes and pharmaceuticals have become a problem in the environment, thus there is a need to find multifunctional materials that are safe and can be used for the removal of various pollutants. In this study, we report on the synthesis of Zinc sulphide (ZnS) nanostructures and their use as photocatalysts for the degradation of dyes and various antibiotics. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR) confirmed the functional groups found in plants and these were linked to the biomolecules identified through Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LCMS). Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-vis) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the formation of the ZnS nanostructures. Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA) and Brunner Emmet Teller (BET) confirmed the material was thermally stable up until 480oC and mesoporous in nature, respectively. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM) showed that the material is spherical in shape and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) further corroborated their formation. From the degradation analysis, 90% of the malachite green (MG) dye could be degraded in 60 min at optimum conditions (pH 6, 25 mg and 10 mg/L) and the holes were responsible for the degradation. Lastly, when tested against antibiotics, the ZnS material managed to degrade both the sulfisoxazole (SSX) and sulfamethoxazole (SMX). These results showed that the ZnS nanoparticles could be used as a multifunctional material for the degradation of various pollutants.

Synthesis, characterization of visible active MO hallow spheres by combustion technique

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
G Thennarasu ◽  
A Sivasamy
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy ◽  
Thermo Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Simple Method ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Direct Blue ◽  
Combustion Technique

A simple method to synthesize nano-sized hallow sphere such as Zn-Ce metal oxide (MO) by combustion technique. The product was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Field emission-scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), Thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA), Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy (DRS) and Transmission electron microscope (TEM). The photocatalytic activity of Zn-Ce MO nano-sized hallow sphere was examined by studying the degradation of direct blue 71 (DB71) under visible light irradiations in a slurry photoreactor. The effect of parameters such as the catalyst dosage, concentration of the dye, pH and kinetics on photocatalytic degradation of DB71 is also studied. Degradation of dye was confirmed by UV-VIS spectrum, chemical oxygen demand (COD) and ESI-Mass.

Luminescent Properties of Gd2MoO6:Eu3+ Nanophosphor for WLEDs

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Chen ◽  
Yuemei Lan ◽  
Dong Wang ◽  
Guoxing Zhang ◽  
Wenlong Peng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Fluorescence Spectra ◽  
Solvothermal Method ◽  
Luminescent Properties ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron

A series of Gd2-xMoO6:xEu3+(x=0.18-0.38) nanophosphors were synthesized by the solvothermal method. The properties of this nanophosphor were characterized by x-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscope (TEM), fluorescence spectra and diffuse...

scholarly journals Microscopic study of zinc nanoparticles synthesised using thermosetting polymer

2019 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giriraj Tailor ◽  
Jyoti Chaudhay ◽  
Deepshikha Verma ◽  
Bhupendra Kr. Sarma
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Xrd Analysis ◽  
The Novel ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Zinc Nanoparticles ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Sem Study ◽  
Zinc Salts ◽  
Thermosetting Polymer ◽  
Low Crystalline

AbstractThe present study reports the novel synthesis of Zinc nanoparticles (Zn NPs) by thermal decomposition method and its characterisation by Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), and X-ray Diffraction Measurements (XRD). Synthesis of Zn NPs was achieved by using thermosetting polymer and zinc salts as precursor. Zn NPs were obtained on calcination at 850 °C for 30 min. SEM study reveals that synthesized nanoparticles are spherical in shape. XRD analysis shows that the Zn NPs formed are low crystalline in nature.

Formation of Graphite Encapsulated Nickel Nanoparticles by Ball Milling and Annealing of Expanded Graphite with Nickel

2011 ◽  
Vol 80-81 ◽  
pp. 217-220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xue Qing Yue ◽  
Hai Jun Fu ◽  
Da Jun Li
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Ball Milling ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Nickel Nanoparticles ◽  
Size Range ◽  
Expanded Graphite ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Nickel Powders ◽  
Transmission Electron

Graphite encapsulated nickel nanoparticles were prepared by ball milling andsubsequently annealing a mixture of expanded graphite with nickel powders. The products were characterized by transmission electron microscope and X-ray diffraction. The formation mechanism of the products was discussed. Results show that the products have a size range of 20-150 nm. The graphite and nickel in the products all exhibit a high crystallinity.

Organoclay-reinforced polyethersulfone-modified epoxy-based hybrid nanocomposites

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (7) ◽  
pp. 526-534 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yang Wang ◽  
Boming Zhang ◽  
Jinrui Ye
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Optical Microscope ◽  
Mechanical Analysis ◽  
Hybrid Nanocomposites ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Modified Epoxy ◽  
Scanning Electron

Hybrid nanocomposites were successfully prepared by the incorporation of polyethersulfone (PES) and organoclay into epoxy resin. They had higher fracture toughness than the prepared PES/epoxy blend and organoclay/epoxy nanocomposites. The microstructures of the hybrid nanocomposites were studied. They were comprised of homogeneous PES/epoxy semi-interpenetrating network (semi-IPN) matrices and organoclay micro-agglomerates made up of tactoid-like regions composed of ordered exfoliated organoclay with various orientations. The former was confirmed with dynamic mechanical analysis, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy, while the latter was successfully observed with X-ray diffraction measurements, optical microscope, scanning electron microscope and transmission electron microscope. The improvement of their fracture toughness was due to the synergistic toughening effect of the PES and the organoclay and related to their microstructures.

scholarly journals Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of Cu2O Cabbage/RGO Nanocomposites under Visible Light Irradiation

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 1712
Author(s):  
Appusamy Muthukrishnaraj ◽  
Salma Ahmed Al-Zahrani ◽  
Ahmed Al Otaibi ◽  
Semmedu Selvaraj Kalaivani ◽  
Ayyar Manikandan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Thermo Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Catalytic Performance ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Dye Pollutants ◽  
Transmission Electron

Towards the utilization of Cu2O nanomaterial for the degradation of industrial dye pollutants such as methylene blue and methyl orange, the graphene-incorporated Cu2O nanocomposites (GCC) were developed via a precipitation method. Using Hummers method, the grapheme oxide (GO) was initially synthesized. The varying weight percentages (1–4 wt %) of GO was incorporated along with the precipitation of Cu2O catalyst. Various characterization techniques such as Fourier-transform infra-red (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV–visible diffused reflectance (UV-DRS), Raman spectroscopy, thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA), energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), and electro chemical impedance (EIS) were followed for characterization. The cabbage-like morphology of the developed Cu2O and its composites were ascertained from field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HR-TEM). In addition, the growth mechanism was also proposed. The results infer that 2 wt % GO-incorporated Cu2O composites shows the highest value of degradation efficiency (97.9% and 96.1%) for MB and MO at 160 and 220 min, respectively. Further, its catalytic performance over visible region (red shift) was also enhanced to an appreciable extent, when compared with that of other samples.

Solvothermal Synthesis of Bi2Se3 Hexagonal Nanosheet Crystals

2011 ◽  
Vol 236-238 ◽  
pp. 1712-1716 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hai Tao Liu ◽  
Jun Dai ◽  
Jia Jia Zhang ◽  
Wei Dong Xiang
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Solvothermal Synthesis ◽  
Solvothermal Method ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Selected Area Electron Diffraction ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Electron

Bismuth selenide (Bi2Se3) hexagonal nanosheet crystals with uniform size were successfully prepared via a solvothermal method at 160°C for 22 h using bismuth trichloride(BiCl3) and selenium powder(Se) as raw materials, sodium bisulfite(NaHSO3) as a reducing agent, diethylene glycol(DEG) as solvent, and ammonia as pH regulator. Various techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM), and selected area electron diffraction (SAED) were used to characterize the obtained products. Results show that the as-synthesized samples are pure Bi2Se3 hexagonal nanosheet crystals. A possible growth mechanism for Bi2Se3 hexagonal nanosheet crystals is also discussed based on the experiment.

Template Induced Synthesis of Nano-Hydroxyapatite by Co-Precipitation Method

2011 ◽  
Vol 311-313 ◽  
pp. 1713-1716 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Rong Sun ◽  
Tao Fan ◽  
Chang An Wang ◽  
Li Guo Ma ◽  
Feng Liu
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Chondroitin Sulfate ◽  
Aspartic Acid ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Structure And Morphology ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Co Precipitation

Nano-hydroxyapatite with different morphology was synthesized by the co-precipitation method coupled with biomineralization using Ca(NO3)2•4H2O and (NH4)2HPO4 as reagents, adding chondroitin sulfate, agarose and aspartic acid as template. The structure and morphology of the prepared powders were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscope (TEM).

Effect of Synthesis Temperature on Particles Size and Morphology of Zirconium Oxide Nanoparticle

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 ◽  
pp. 18-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rudzani Sigwadi ◽  
Simon Dhlamini ◽  
Touhami Mokrani ◽  
Patrick Nonjola
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Zirconium Oxide ◽  
Thermo Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Crystallite Sizes ◽  
Ft Ir

The paper presents the synthesis and investigation of zirconium oxide (ZrO2) nanoparticles that were synthesised by precipitation method with the effects of the temperatures of reaction on the particles size, morphology, crystallite sizes and stability at high temperature. The reaction temperature effect on the particle size, morphology, crystallite sizes and stabilized a higher temperature (tetragonal and cubic) phases was studied. Thermal decomposition, band structure and functional groups were analyzed by Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Thermo-gravimetric analysis (TGA) and Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR). The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction. The morphology and the particle size were studied using (SEM) and (TEM). The shaped particles were confirmed through the SEM analysis. The transmission electron microscopic analysis confirmed the formation of the nanoparticles with the particle size. The FT-IR spectra showed the strong presence of ZrO2 nanoparticles.

scholarly journals Effect of Preheating Temperature on Synthesis of Pure BiFeO3 via Sol–Gel Method

Nanopages ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
G. M. Taha ◽  
M. N. Rashed ◽  
M. S. El-Sadek ◽  
M. A. Moghazy
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Pure Bifeo3 ◽  
Gel Method ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Sol Gel Method ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Preheating Temperature

Abstract BiFeO3 (BFO) nanopowder was synthesized in a pure form via a sol- gel method based on glycol gel reaction. Effect of drying and preheating temperature on preventing other phases was studied. Many parameters were studied as calcination temperature and time & stirring temperature as well. The prepared powder was characterized by X-Ray Diffraction of powder (XRD) and Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM). High pure BiFeO3 was obtained by preheated process at 400 °C for 0.5 h and calcination at 600 °C for 0.5 h without any impurities compared to dry at110 °C.

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