A minireview on catalysts for photocatalytic N<sub>2</sub> fixation to synthesize ammonia
Ping Qi, Xiaoxu Gao, Jian Wang, Huimin Liu, Dehua He, Qijian Zhang
Abstract
under mild conditions. A highly efficient catalyst is the core of PNF. Up to now, extensive studies have been conducted to design efficient catalysts for PNF. Summarizing the catalysts reported for PNF and unraveling their reaction mechanisms could provide guidance for the design of better catalysts. In this review, we will illustrate the development of catalysts for PNF, including semiconductors, plasmonic metal-based catalysts, iron-based catalysts, ruthenium-based catalysts and several other catalysts, point out the remaining challenges and outline the future opportunities, with the aim to contribute to the development of PNF.
Topics & Concepts
PhotocatalysisCatalysisAmmoniaFixation (population genetics)Ammonia productionChemistryNanotechnologyEnvironmental chemistryMaterials scienceOrganic chemistryBiochemistryGeneAmmonia Synthesis and Nitrogen ReductionAdvanced Photocatalysis TechniquesChemical Reactions and Isotopes