研究目的
The main aim of this study was to synthesize a carbonate-rich lanthanum-substituted zinc ferrite on reduced graphene oxide (LaZF@rGO) using a simple hydrothermal-induced precipitation process and investigate the photocatalytic activity of the radical species under UV irradiation with aid of peroxydisulfate (PDS) for degradation of toxic RhB in water.
研究成果
The LaZF@rGO nanohybrid showed high photocatalytic activity for RhB decolorization/mineralization under the UV/PDS system, attributed to the suppression of charge recombination and enhanced activation of PDS. The nanohybrid could be regenerated four times with negligible deterioration in photocatalytic performances and leaching of elements at pH 4.5. The system effectively removed a broad spectrum of organic contaminants, indicating its potential for practical applications.
研究不足
The study notes that strong acidic conditions (i.e., pH 3) were not appropriate for application of the UV/LaZF@rGO/PDS system due to high metal leachate. The photocatalytic performance was also affected by the presence of natural organic matter (NOM), which acted as a scavenger for active radical sources.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved the synthesis of LaZF@rGO nanohybrids via a hydrothermal-induced precipitation process. The photocatalytic performance was evaluated under UV irradiation with the aid of peroxydisulfate.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Rhodamine B (RhB) was selected as the target pollutant. The study also evaluated the removal of a wide spectrum of organic contaminants.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment included a UV-Vis spectrophotometer, X-ray diffraction (PXRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and a vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM). Materials included natural graphite, RhB, zinc nitrate hexahydrate, iron(III) nitrate nonahydrate, lanthanum(III) nitrate hexahydrate, and potassium peroxydisulfate.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The synthesis of LaZF@rGO involved a hydrothermal-induced precipitation method. Photocatalytic experiments were conducted under UV irradiation with varying conditions such as pH, initial dye concentration, and PDS concentration.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The photocatalytic activity was analyzed using pseudo-first-order reaction kinetic constants. The structural, optical, and physicochemical properties of the synthesized photocatalyst were characterized using various analytical techniques.
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UV-Vis spectrophotometer
Thermo Scientific
Thermo Scientific
Measurement of dye concentrations at specific wavelengths
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X-ray diffraction
Ultima IV, RIGAKU, D/Max-2500
RIGAKU
Characterization of crystallinity and phase purity
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Scanning electron microscopy
Hitachi SU8220
Hitachi
Analysis of surface morphology
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Transmission electron microscopy
Titan G2 ChemiSTEM Cs Probe
FEI Company
Crystallographic information recording
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Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy
Nicolet 6700
Thermo Nicolet
Characterization of functional groups
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ZetaSizer Nano ZS
ZetaSizer Nano ZS
Malvern Instruments Ltd.
Recording of zeta potentials
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UV–Vis diffuse reflectance spectra
SolidSpec-3700 UV–Vis spectrophotometer
Shimadzu
Optical properties determination
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Total organic carbon analyzer
TOC-L CPH
Shimadzu
Evaluation of mineralization
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Brunauer–Emmett–Teller model
Quadrasorb SI-MP porosimeter
Quantachrome
Determination of specific surface area
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Vibrating sample magnetometer
MICRO-MAG 3900
Determination of magnetic properties
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X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy
ESCA 5800
ULVAC-PHI, Inc
Analysis of chemical compositions
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Electron spin resonance
Detection of OH radicals
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Ultra performance liquid chromatography system
Acquity ultra performance liquid chromatography system
Waters Corporation
Identification of degradation intermediates
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Tube furnace
GSL-1100X
MTI Corporation
Calcination
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pH/ion meter
S220, Sevencompact
Mettler Toledo
Recording of solution pH
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