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Study on Challenges and Solutions for Enhancing Photocatalytic Activities of Ag 3 PO 4 Nanoparticles for Degradation of Organic Dyes from Wastewater

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Improper management of discharged waste material such as toxic organic dyes from industries causes severe health and economic problems because contaminated water with organic dyes is harmful to human being and aquatic ecosystems. The photocatalyst is a preferable wastewater treatment method because it is environmentally benign, cost‐wise, and more efficient in degrading dyes. Most metal oxide semiconductors are photocatalytic materials, but nowadays, Ag 3 PO 4 nanoparticles have attracted enormous attention due to their low bandgap and high absorption of visible light. However, Ag 3 PO 4 nanoparticles have low performance due to photocorrosion, high recombination rate, and instability in the solution. Thus, in this review article, the mechanism to enhance the photocatalytic activities of Ag 3 PO 4 nanoparticles was discussed, and the future perspective of the silver phosphate was also stated.

Source: Journal of Nanomaterials

DOI: 10.1155/2022/5564667

Authors: Wegene Lelisa Beyecha, Misikir Tamiru Asefa, Gebisa Bekele Feyisa

Institution: Adama Science and Technology University

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: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,375