3D/2D ZnIn <sub>2</sub> S <sub>4</sub> /BiFeO <sub>3</sub> as S‐scheme heterojunction photocatalyst for boosted visible‐light hydrogen evolution
Dafeng Zhang, Ruiqi Zhang, Junchang Liu, Xipeng Pu, Peiqing Cai
Abstract
Abstract Photocatalytic H 2 evolution technique has been proved to be one of the promising approaches to overcome the present energy and environmental issues caused by the combustion of fossil fuel. Constructing heterojunction can realize the efficient separation and migration of charges and thus achieve enhanced H 2 evolution performance. Herein, we designed and prepared a ZnIn 2 S 4 /BiFeO 3 heterojunction photocatalyst with a 3D/2D structure via an ultrasonic self‐assembly process. The typical 3D/2D structure with intimate interface was obtained, which not only provided more active sites but also boosted the migration of photogenerated charges. The optimal mass ratio of BiFeO 3 in ZnIn 2 S 4 /BiFeO 3 was determined to be 10%, and a 10.5‐fold increase in H 2 evolution rate in comparison with of pure ZnIn 2 S 4 was achieved. Furthermore, the ZnIn 2 S 4 /BiFeO 3 composite exhibited excellent recyclability and structural stability based on cycling experiment. A S‐scheme heterojunction mechanism was revealed according to the experimental results of photocatalytic H 2 evolution and electrochemical tests.