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Study the effect of microstructure changes on the photocatalytic performance of Ni and Zn nanoferrites

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Organic pollutants in water remain a hazard to the ecosystem, emphasizing the ongoing concern. Therefore, this study focused on the nano-sized spinel ferrite as a photocatalyst for dye degradation and probing how ferrite microstructure influences the photo-degradation efficiency. The NiFe2O4 and ZnFe2O4 nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized using the co-precipitation and sol–gel methods, respectively. The effects of microstructure changes of pristine and annealed (450, 600, and 800 °C) ferrites were systematically examined using the positron annihilation lifetime (PAL) and Doppler broadening (DB) techniques. Rigorous analysis, featuring X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), confirmed the cubic spinel nanostructure for the synthesized ferrite samples as a major phase. The optical properties of the prepared ferrite NPs were studied using the UV–Vis spectroscopy. Particle size ranged from 5.0 to 34.7 nm for NiFe2O4 and from 11.8 to 50.4 nm for ZnFe2O4. UV–Vis spectra unveiled bandgap energy ranges of 3.76–4.34 and 4.31–4.60 eV for Ni and Zn ferrites, respectively. The photo-degradation efficiency of methylene blue dye catalyzed by the prepared Ni and Zn ferrite NPs was investigated. Comparing PAL and DB parameters revealed notable differences, attributed to distinct crystallinity arising from varied synthesis methods. Remarkably, the highest photo-degradation efficiency was observed in the annealed NiFe2O4 at 800 °C and pristine ZnFe2O4 samples, surpassing others. This achievement was attributed to factors such as enhanced ordered crystallinity, increased vibrational modes, optimal particle size, fitting optical properties, and favorable defect characteristics. This study’s novelty lies in highlighting the pivotal role of microstructure in governing ferrite NPs photocatalyst performance. We underscore the significance of the defect reduction, regardless of its type, size or concentration, to substantially enhance the photo-degradation efficiency.

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Henaish, A.M.A., Darwish, H.R., Sharshar, T. et al. Study the effect of microstructure changes on the photocatalytic performance of Ni and Zn nanoferrites. Appl. Phys. A 129, 745 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00339-023-06999-y

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