Facile Recoverable, Reusable and Efficient Heterogeneous Photocatalyst. Preparation and characterization of V2O5 added TiO2 polymer NCs

2018 ◽  
Vol 69 (10) ◽  
pp. 2662-2668
Author(s):  
S. Muthupoongodi ◽  
Liviu Mitu ◽  
T. Linda ◽  
X. Sahaya Shajan ◽  
S. Balakumar
Keyword(s):  
Rhodamine B ◽  
Congo Red ◽  
Organic Dyes ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
Active Species ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities ◽  
Solution Cast

TiO2 and V2O5 added polymer nanocomposites (NCs) were prepared by solution cast method and characterized by UV-Vis-DRS spectroscopy, powder X-ray diffraction, FTIR and SEM analysis. These characterization studies were employed to investigate the structure, optical property, phase formation and morphology of the prepared polymer NCs. The photocatalytic activities of the NCs were studied by observing the degradation of model dyes congo red (CR) and rhodamine B (RhB) under 365 nm of UV-light irradiation. In addition the recyclability and reusability of the catalyst were also examined. The results showed that nearly 95 % congo red and rhodamine B had undergone degradation in 160 and 80 mins of reaction time respectively. The catalyst shows better recyclability and can be reused for at least 6 times. In particular V2O5 added polymer NCs shows better catalytic activity towards the degradation of organic dyes. In the photodegradation process the photo-induced holes were considered to be the dominant active species. The reported catalytic system is found to be a simple, reusable and effective model for the degradation of dye polluted effluent water.

Photoluminescence and Photocatalytic Properties of Bi2O3 Nanostructures

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 166-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Ahila ◽  
D. Pathinettam Padiyan
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Congo Red ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Initial Concentration ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Uv Light Irradiation ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities ◽  
Red Dye

Bi2O3 nanostructures were synthesized through a simple electrolysis based oxidation using NaOH electrolyte and annealed at 300 °C, 400 °C, 500 °C and 600 °C. The obtained Bi2O3 nanostructures were characterized using X-ray diffraction and photoluminescence spectroscopy (PL). Bi2O3 crystal structure was confirmed by XRD. When free electron and holes are combined together then emission signals are emitted from PL spectra. With this process, it is studied about the recombination and separation of photo generated holes and electrons. The photocatalytic activities of Bi2O3 films were evaluated for the degradation of Congo red in aqueous solution under UV light irradiation. Among the four samples, Bi2O3 films annealed at 300 °C have better efficiency in removing the congo red dye. For Bi-3, the initial concentration of 10 ppm decreases to 1.11 ppm after 420 min.

scholarly journals Production, characterization of Fe3O4@CuO composite photocatalysts and determination of photocatalytic activity on Rhodamine B

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 26-29
Author(s):  
Derya TekinTekinTekinTekin
Keyword(s):  
Rhodamine B ◽  
Xrd Analysis ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Homogeneous Distribution ◽  
Composite Photocatalyst ◽  
Dye Decomposition ◽  
Composite Photocatalysts ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities

In this study, the hydrothermal method was used to synthesize the Fe3O4 particles and the Fe3O4@CuO composite photocatalyst. The XRD, SEM-EDS, UV-Vis, and VSM analyzes were used for the characterization of the synthesized particles and composites. The photocatalysts were determined to show typical Fe3O4 and CuO properties by XRD analysis which were used to determine the crystal structure of photocatalyst. The SEM analysis was used to investigate the surface morphology of photocatalysts and it was determined that the photocatalysts completed their spherical formation and showed a homogeneous distribution. In addition, the presences of Fe, Cu, and O elements were determined by EDS analysis. The band gap energies of Fe3O4 and Fe3O4@CuO with UV-Vis measurements were found to be 1.3 and 1.6 eV, respectively. The results of VSM analysis revealed that the Fe3O4 and Fe3O4@CuO photocatalysts showed approximately the superparamagnetic properties. The degradation of Rhodamine B dye on the photocatalysts was investigated in determining the photocatalytic activities of photocatalysts. The Fe3O4@CuO composite photocatalyst showed 76% of dye decomposition.

Synthesis, crystal structure, luminescence, and photocatalytic properties of a 2D Cu(II) metal-organic frameworks based on 3,5-di(1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)pyridine and 4,4′-oxybis(benzoate) ligands

2020 ◽  
Vol 75 (8) ◽  
pp. 727-732
Author(s):  
Chen Zhang ◽  
Jian-Qing Tao
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Thermal Analysis ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
Metal Organic Framework ◽  
Metal Organic Frameworks ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Uv Light Irradiation ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities ◽  
Metal Organic

AbstractA new Cu(II) metal-organic framework, [Cu(L)(OBA)·H2O]n (1) [H2OBA = 4,4′-oxybis(benzoic acid), L = 3,5-di(1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)pyridine] was hydrothermally synthesized and characterized through IR spectroscopy, elemental and thermal analysis and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 is a four-connected uni-nodal 2D net with a (44·62) topology which shows an emission centered at λ ∼393 nm upon excitation at λ = 245 nm. Moreover, complex 1 possesses high photocatalytic activities for the decomposition of Rhodamine B (RhB) under UV light irradiation.

Photocatalytic Activity of Fe-Doped ZnO/Montmorillonite Nanocomposite for Degradation of Malachite Green

2015 ◽  
Vol 827 ◽  
pp. 19-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Afifah ◽  
Nadia Febiana Djaja ◽  
Rosari Saleh
Keyword(s):  
Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Malachite Green ◽  
Organic Dyes ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Spin Resonance ◽  
Doped Zno ◽  
Co Precipitation

In this study, the photocatalytic activity of pure Fe- doped ZnO and Fe- doped ZnO/Montmorillonite nanocomposite has been investigated for the degradation of malachite green under UV light irradiation. Both photocatalysts were synthesized using co-precipitation method and characterized by X-ray diffraction, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared absorption, and electron spin resonance. The results showed that the photocatalytic efficiency is better in the presence of montmorillonite compared to pure Fe- doped ZnO. To detect the possible reactive species involved in degradation of organic dyes control experiments with introducing scavengers into the solution of organic dyes were carried out. It is found that electron plays an important role in the degradation of malachite green.

scholarly journals Bioremediation of organic dyes using combination of plants ash

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 240-246
Author(s):  
Kaur Harpreet ◽  
Kaur Harpreet ◽  
Vandana Kamboj ◽  
Vandana Kamboj
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Methylene Blue ◽  
Methyl Orange ◽  
Crystal Violet ◽  
Congo Red ◽  
Organic Dyes ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Sem Image ◽  
Orange Peels

Water is the most crucial thing to mankind and so its contamination by various agencies is posing a threat to the natural balance. So, in the present work, the efficiency of various adsorbents derived from plant waste, to remove different dyes from aqueous solution was evaluated. Parameters for study were contact time, concentration and pH. Various combinations of plant ashes were used for the study. It was found that adsorbent prepared from the combination of orange peels, pomegranate and banana peels ashes, exhibited good adsorption capacity for methylene blue, congo red and crystal violet. All these dyes were completely removed from the aqueous solution while methyl orange was not removed. Congo red was removed completely within 40 min of contact with the adsorbent while methyl orange took 3 hrs to be removed to the extent of 48% only. The adsorption coefficient of congo red was found to be 2.33 while value for methylene blue and crystal violet was 1 and 1.66 respectively. The characterization of adsorbent was done by Scanning Electron Microscopy and IR spectroscopy. SEM image revealed the surface of adsorbent to be made of differential pores. From the results it became evident that the low-cost adsorbent could be used as a replacement for costly traditional methods of removing colorants from water.

scholarly journals Synthesis and characterization of Z-scheme heterostructure CoWO4/g-C3N4 as a visible-light photocatalyst for removal of organic pollutant

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-63
Author(s):  
Hai Pham Viet ◽  
Anh Dao Thi Ngoc ◽  
Viet Nguyen Minh ◽  
Ha Tran Thi Viet ◽  
Dang Do Van ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visible Light ◽  
Rhodamine B ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Organic Pollutant ◽  
Photogenerated Electron ◽  
Morphological Properties ◽  
Electron Hole ◽  
Visible Light Photocatalyst ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities

In this study, direct Z–scheme heterostructure CoWO4/g-C3N4 was synthesized by a facile hydrothermal method. The structural, morphological properties of the prepared samples were characterised by XRD, SEM, UV–Vis and PL measurements. The as-obtained heterostructure CoWO4/g-C3N4 exhibited enhanced photocatalytic activities toward the degradation of Rhodamine B under visible light irradiation with 92% Rhodamine B removal after 80 minutes irritation, which exceeded pristine g-C3N4 and CoWO4. The enhanced photocatalytic performance ascribed to interfacial contact between g-C3N4 and CoWO4, thus further inhibiting the recombination of photogenerated electron/hole pairs. It is anticipated that the construction of Z–scheme heterostructure CoWO4/g-C3N4 is an effective strategy to develop high-performance photocatalysts for the degradation of organic pollutants in water.

scholarly journals Facile Hydrothermal Synthesis of SnO2 Nanospheres as Photocatalysts

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Wenquan Hu ◽  
Xiaoguang Yuan
Keyword(s):  
Methylene Blue ◽  
Methyl Orange ◽  
Organic Dyes ◽  
Uv Light ◽  
Average Diameter ◽  
Potential Candidate ◽  
Wastewater Purification ◽  
Uv Light Irradiation ◽  
Degradation Rates ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities

Large amounts of SnO2 nanospheres are successfully synthesized through a simple and effective hydrothermal method. The as-synthesized products consist of numerous small SnO2 nanocrystals with an average diameter of 40 nm. The as-prepared SnO2 nanospheres are further used as the photocatalysts for photodegrading several organic dyes (methylene blue, methyl orange, Congo red, and rhodamine B) under UV light irradiation. The photocatalytic results show that the as-synthesized SnO2 nanospheres possess high photocatalytic activities. Compared with the degradation rates of other dyes, that of methylene blue reaches 98.5% by 30 min irradiation. It reveals that the as-prepared product might be potential candidate in wastewater purification.

Characterization of an early 20th century Chinese manuscript with foxing stains

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jing Li ◽  
Yuhu Li ◽  
Yujia Luo ◽  
Gele Teri ◽  
Zhihui Jia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Uv Light ◽  
Alternaria Solani ◽  
Early 20Th Century ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Preventive Conservation ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Irregular Shapes ◽  
Fungal Identification ◽  
Softwood Pulp

Abstract Foxing spots are reddish-brown, brown or yellowish in irregular shapes, commonly discovered on paper materials. However, effects of the spots on degradation of Chinese papers have rarely been reported. In this study, a 20 th century Chinese manuscript with few foxing stains was explored. This manuscript is made of 80% chemical softwood pulp and 20% mechanical softwood pulp, on which foxing spots are surrounded by a clear rim of fluorescence illuminated by UV light. Paper areas with the foxing stains are more acidic than the un-foxed. However, no obvious difference of cellulose crystallinity identified by XRD (X-ray diffraction) were found between paper areas with and without foxing spots. Also, characteristic peaks of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) spectra of paper areas with and without the spots do not show obvious difference. Fungal identification of the spots demonstrates that fungi belong to the genus Alternaria tenuissima and Alternaria solani . This research extends our understanding of foxing spots on Chinese archives and informs further preventive conservation.

Preparation and Characterization of PVA-Collagen Composite Fibers

2011 ◽  
Vol 236-238 ◽  
pp. 83-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xian Hui Sun
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Composite Fibers ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Natural Structure ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Rheology Property ◽  
Crystallization Degree

The collagen was blended with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) with the maximum maintenance of the natural structure as precondition. The apparent viscosity and rheology property of PVA-collagen blended solution were studied. the mechanical properties of the blend membrane formed from PVA-collagen blended solution were also determined. The PVA-collagen blended solution was wet spinned with the sodium sulfate as coagulant to prepare PVA-collagen composite fibers. SEM analysis and X-ray diffraction analysis of the PVA-collagen composite fibers were studied. The results indicated that, blended with PVA, the spinning property and mechanical properties of collagen were improved. The figure of the aim fiber transect structure was similar as the kidney, and it had a uniform size. The crystallization degree of the fiber was 55.7%, and it was increased with the increase of the hot extending temperature and the extending ratio.

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