Open Chemistry (May 2024)

Photocatalytic treatment of organic dyes using metal oxides and nanocomposites: A quantitative study

  • Khan Yousaf,
  • Khan Muhammad Naeem,
  • Salam Abdul,
  • Sadia Haleema,
  • Ullah Muhammad Farhat,
  • Khan Muhammad Ijaz,
  • Abdullaeva Barno Sayfutdinovna,
  • Awwad Fuad A.,
  • Ismail Emad A. A.

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1515/chem-2024-0026
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 22, no. 1
pp. 969698 – 28

Abstract

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This comprehensive and quantitative research offers a thorough analysis of how metal oxides and nanocomposites are used in the photocatalytic treatment of organic dyes. It explores the challenges and opportunities of employing photocatalytic conversion technologies, discussing the optimal conditions for efficient degradation. The mechanisms of photocatalytic degradation are elucidated, highlighting the steps involved in transforming organic dyes into harmless by-products. Additionally, the article examines the factors that enhance the overall efficiency of photocatalytic conversion and compares its cost-effectiveness to other treatment methods. Various photocatalysts, with a focus on metal oxides and nanocomposites, are analyzed in terms of their advantages and limitations in degrading organic dyes. This article serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners seeking sustainable and economical wastewater treatment solutions through efficient and eco-friendly photocatalytic approaches.

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