A. Kistan, S. Mohan, S. Mahalakshmi, A. Jayanthi, A. J. Ramya, P. S. Karthik
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Abstract
Photocatalysis using semiconductor metal oxide stands out as a highly effective and efficient method for eliminating organic pollutants from wastewater. This study aims to assess the photocatalytic capabilities of Mn doped ZnO nanocomposites in degrading methylene blue (MB) dye under ultra-violet light exposure. This study details the synthesis of ZnO photocatalysts through a straightforward one-step sol-gel method, incorporating varying levels of Mn-doping (0%, 2% & 4%). The structural and optical attributes were examined using techniques such as powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectra. X-ray diffraction analyses verified the presence of a hexagonal wurtzite crystal structure in all synthesized samples, exhibiting a high degree of crystallinity. In addition, an investigation into the impact of Mn impurities on the photocatalytic performance of ZnO catalysts was conducted in the context of methylene blue (MB) degradation. The experimental findings revealed that the Mn doped ZnO nanoparticles produced exhibited significantly superior photocatalytic performance compared to pure ZnO when used in breaking down methylene blue under UV-light exposure. This study proposes that these Mn doped ZnO could serve as a highly effective photocatalyst for treating water contaminated with certain chemically persistent synthetic organic dyes. The improved photocatalytic capabilities of ZnO nanostructures doped with Mn were ascribed to the synergistic impact of increased surface area in ZnO nanosphere and enhanced efficiency in charge separation resulting from optimized Mn doping. A potential explanation for the heightened photocatalytic performance of Mn-doped ZnO nanostructures is proposed tentatively.
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Main Group Chemistry is intended to be a primary resource for all chemistry, engineering, biological, and materials researchers in both academia and in industry with an interest in the elements from the groups 1, 2, 12–18, lanthanides and actinides. The journal is committed to maintaining a high standard for its publications. This will be ensured by a rigorous peer-review process with most articles being reviewed by at least one editorial board member. Additionally, all manuscripts will be proofread and corrected by a dedicated copy editor located at the University of Kentucky.