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Facile synthesis of ZnBi2O4-graphite composites as highly active visible-light photocatalyst for the mineralization of rhodamine B

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Novel highly active visible-light photocatalysts in the form of zinc bismuth oxide (ZnBi2O4) and graphite hybrid composites were prepared by coupling via a co-precipitation method followed by calcination at 450 °C. The as-prepared ZnBi2O4-graphite hybrid composites were tested for the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) solutions under visible-light irradiation. The existence of strong electronic coupling between the two components within the ZnBi2O4-graphite heterostructure suppressed the photogenerated recombination of electrons and holes to a remarkable extent. The prepared composite exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity, leading to more than 93% of RhB degradation at an initial concentration of 50mg·L-1 with 1.0 g catalyst per liter in 150min. The excellent visible-light photocatalytic mineralization of ZnBi2O4-1.0graphite in comparison with pristine ZnBi2O4 could be attributed to synergetic effects, charge transfer between ZnBi2O4 and graphite, and the separation efficiency of the photogenerated electrons and holes. The photo-induced h+ and the superoxide anion were the major active species responsible for the photodegradation process. The results demonstrate the feasibility of ZnBi2O4-1.0graphite as a potential heterogeneous photocatalyst for environmental remediation.

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    Nguyen Thi Mai Tho & Nguyen Thi Kim Phuong

  2. Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, 03 Quang Trung, Da Nang, Vietnam

    Bui The Huy

  3. HoChiMinh City Institute of Resources Geography, VAST, 01 Mac Dinh Chi, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Dang Nguyen Nha Khanh, Ho Nguyen Nhat Ha, Vu Quang Huy & Nguyen Thi Kim Phuong

  4. Chemical Engineering Faculty - Industrial University of Ho Chi, Minh City, Vietnam

    Nguyen Thi Mai Tho

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    Ngo Thi Tuong Vy

  6. Institute of Chemical Technology, VAST, 01 Mac Dinh Chi, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Do Manh Huy & Duong Phuoc Dat

  7. Department of Chemistry, Changwon National University, Changwon, 51140, Korea

    Bui The Huy

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Tho, N.T.M., Huy, B.T., Khanh, D.N.N. et al. Facile synthesis of ZnBi2O4-graphite composites as highly active visible-light photocatalyst for the mineralization of rhodamine B. Korean J. Chem. Eng. 35, 2442–2451 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11814-018-0156-z

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