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Abstract
SnO2/ZnS nanocomposites were successfully synthesized using a modified hydrothermal route. The synthesis involved separate co-precipitation of SnO2 and ZnS, followed by ultrasonic stirring and hydrothermal treatment. The resulting nanocomposites exhibited controlled size and composition. By adjusting synthesis parameters such as the molar ratio of Sn to Zn, reaction temperature, and reaction time, the morphology and properties of the nanocomposites could be finely tuned. The synthesized SnO2/ZnS nanocomposites demonstrated remarkable improvements in photocatalytic performance compared to pure SnO2 or ZnS nanoparticles. This enhancement was attributed to the nanocomposites' enhanced charge separation, increased surface area, and improved light absorption capabilities. As a result, the SnO2/ZnS nanocomposites hold great promise for a wide range of applications, including environmental remediation, water splitting, and solar energy conversion.
期刊介绍:
Current Applied Physics (Curr. Appl. Phys.) is a monthly published international journal covering all the fields of applied science investigating the physics of the advanced materials for future applications.
Other areas covered: Experimental and theoretical aspects of advanced materials and devices dealing with synthesis or structural chemistry, physical and electronic properties, photonics, engineering applications, and uniquely pertinent measurement or analytical techniques.
Current Applied Physics, published since 2001, covers physics, chemistry and materials science, including bio-materials, with their engineering aspects. It is a truly interdisciplinary journal opening a forum for scientists of all related fields, a unique point of the journal discriminating it from other worldwide and/or Pacific Rim applied physics journals.
Regular research papers, letters and review articles with contents meeting the scope of the journal will be considered for publication after peer review.
The Journal is owned by the Korean Physical Society.