Efficient activation of K2S2O8 by MoS2-ZnFe2O4 composite for the rapid degradation of tetracycline

Fenting Yu, Fang Zhu, He Zhang, Sridhar Komarneni, Jianfeng Ma

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Abstract

The MoS2-ZnFe2O4 composite catalyst was fabricated by a hydrothermal method and applied to decompose tetracycline (TC) by activating persulfate (PS) with the assistance of visible light (Vis). The TC elimination efficiency of MoS2-ZnFe2O4 catalyst reached 84.5% within 30 min, which was much higher than that of either MoS2 or ZnFe2O4 alone and this catalyst demonstrated satisfactory catalytic performance over a wide pH range (3–9) for the removal of TC. The improved efficiency of TC degradation can be attributed to the production of highly active free radicals such as •OH, SO4•-, and O2•-. In addition, the catalyst showed favorable stability and recyclability when tested in three consecutive cycles.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number132204
JournalMaterials Letters
Volume318
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 1 2022

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering

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