Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: Graphene is considered a promising catalyst candidate due to its 2D nature, single-atom thickness, zero bandgap and very high surface to volume ratio. Further, graphene oxide (GO) has been used as a catalytic support material for metal/metal oxide nanoparticles due to its tunable electrical properties. In addition, its high chemical stability and ultrahigh thermal conductivity may possibly promote high loading of catalytically active sites. This review article focuses on the recent progress in the catalytic applications of GO especially (i) as catalytic-support material (GO/reduced graphene oxide supported metal/metal oxide nanohybrids) for the green synthesis of biologically relevant molecules, (ii) for metal-free catalysis and (iii) for electrocatalysis, with special focus on graphene contribution to catalytic efficiency. The critical overview and future perspectives are also discussed.
Source: Green Processing and Synthesis
Author: Harshita Sachdeva
Institution: University of Rajasthan
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,808
OpenAlex ID: W3092288245