Electrocatalytic degradation of levofloxacin wastewater by Ru-Ti-Ni/CNT electrodes

Shengzhe Wang, Hongxia Lv, Chengyu Jin, Yu Wang, Huangzhao Wei, Chenglin Sun, Lian Yu, Lei Ma, Xiangnan Li, Xiaowei Liu

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Abstract

We synthesized a series of Ru-Ti-Ni/CNT electrodes to degrade levofloxacin in wastewater. The unique structure of Ni single-atom-kernelled Ru nanoparticles regulates the reaction process, producing a notable synergistic effect. The reaction kinetics constant of Ru-Ti-Ni/CNT with a Ru: Ti ratio of 10:0 outperforms Ni/CNT by 3.7 times and CNT alone by 16.4 times. Comprehensive characterizations revealed its morphology and structure nature. Ru nanoparticles can shield Ni, while Ni single-atom facilitates electron transfer in Ru nanoparticles, generating abundant reactive oxygen radicals (ROS) that degrade pollutants.
Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)106756
JournalCatalysis Communications
Volume182
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 1 2023

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Chemistry
  • Catalysis
  • Process Chemistry and Technology

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