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Photocatalytic degradation of an antibiotic in aqueous solution using ZnO

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: . Total organic carbon analysis revealed a maximum mineralization efficiency of 39.4%, indicating the formation of intermediate products during photocatalytic degradation. Reusability experiments demonstrated that ZnO retained satisfactory photocatalytic activity after five successive cycles. These findings demonstrate that pristine ZnO is an efficient and stable photocatalyst for the removal of flumequine from aqueous media and highlight its potential for wastewater treatment applications.

Source: RSC Advances

DOI: 10.1039/d6ra06102h

Authors: Samira Tebani, Lila Kerrai, Noreddine Boudechiche, Bahia Si Lakhal, Noureddine Nasrallah

Institutions: University of Sciences and Technology Houari Boumediene, Université Djilali Bounaama Khemis Miliana, University of Blida

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Clean water and sanitation, Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,042