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Interlayer-I-doped BiOIO3 nanoplates with an optimized electronic structure for efficient visible light
Yanjuan Sun1, Ting Xiong, Fan Dong
1Chongqing Key Laboratory of Catalysis and Functional Organic Molecules, Engineering Research Center for Waste Oil Recovery Technology and Equipment of Ministry of Education, College of Environment and Resources, Chongqing Technology and Business University, Chongqing 400067, China. dfctbu@126.com.
Interlayer-doped bismuth oxyiodide (BiOIO3) nanoplates exhibit enhanced visible-light photocatalysis. This doping strategy improves light absorption and charge separation for superior environmental remediation.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Photocatalysis
Background:
- Bismuth-based layered photocatalysts show promise for environmental applications.
- Optimizing photocatalyst structure is key to enhancing activity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize interlayer-iodine-doped BiOIO3 nanoplates.
- To investigate the effect of interlayer doping on photocatalytic activity.
Main Methods:
- Facile synthesis of BiOIO3 nanoplates.
- Interlayer doping with iodine (I).
- Characterization using theoretical and experimental techniques.
Main Results:
- Iodine atoms were successfully doped into the interlayers of BiOIO3.
- Doping narrowed the bandgap, extending light response to the visible region.
- Enhanced oxidation capability and carrier separation efficiency were observed.
- I-intercalated BiOIO3 showed superior NO removal under visible light.
Conclusions:
- Interlayer doping is an effective strategy to enhance BiOIO3 photocatalysis.
- This approach offers a promising route for developing efficient visible-light photocatalysts.
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