XSnS<sub>3</sub> (X = Ga, In) monolayer semiconductors as photo-catalysts for water splitting: a first principles study
Mosayeb Naseri, Dennis R. Salahub, Tuan V. Vu, Zakaryae Haman
Abstract
Two new stable 2D monolayer semiconductors including 2D GaSnS 3 and InSnS 3 monolayers with moderate indirect band gaps, good absorption properties in the visible region and promise for water-splitting applications are predicted.
Topics & Concepts
MonolayerMaterials scienceSemiconductorWater splittingBand gapAbsorption (acoustics)CatalysisNanotechnologyOptoelectronicsPhotocatalysisChemistryOrganic chemistryComposite material2D Materials and ApplicationsAdvanced Photocatalysis TechniquesMXene and MAX Phase Materials