Optimized strategies for (BiO)₂CO₃ and its application in the environment

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Environmental Science
• Chemistry

Background:

• Photocatalysis offers an effective, pollution-free solution for environmental remediation.
• Bismuth oxycarbonate (BOC), a layered oxide, is a promising photocatalyst due to its composition, low cost, and eco-friendly properties.

Purpose of the Study:

• This review summarizes modifications of BOC to enhance its photocatalytic efficiency.
• It aims to guide the design of BOC-based materials for light-driven environmental applications.
• The review also outlines research trends and prospects for BOC photocatalysis.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of modifications applied to BOC.
• Analysis of BOC's structural and electronic properties relevant to photocatalysis.
• Summary of BOC's applications in environmental remediation.

Main Results:

• BOC's layered structure facilitates electron transport, but its wide band gap limits visible light utilization.
• Various modification strategies have been developed to improve BOC's photocatalytic performance.
• Modified BOC materials show potential for efficient degradation of wastewater and air pollutants.

Conclusions:

• Modifying BOC is crucial for overcoming its limitations and expanding its use in visible-light photocatalysis.
• Further research into BOC-based systems can lead to greener and more efficient environmental solutions.
• This review provides a foundation for future development in BOC photocatalysis.