Copper and iron co-doping effects on the structure, optical energy band gap, and catalytic behaviour of Co<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nanocrystals towards low-temperature total oxidation of toluene
Hippolyte Todou Assaouka, Issah Ngouh Nsangou, Daniel Manhouli Daawe, Daniel Onana Mevoa, Abraham Atour Zigla, Patrick Ndouka Ndouka, Patrick Mountapmbeme Kouotou
Abstract
Cu and Fe co-doping effect on the structural, optical energy band gap, and catalytic performance as well as recycling stability of Co 3 O 4 NCs and their synergetic influence in the toluene deep oxidation via intrafacial process is established.
Topics & Concepts
DopingBand gapCatalysisMaterials scienceCopperNanocrystalTolueneElectronic band structureInorganic chemistryOptoelectronicsChemistryNanotechnologyMetallurgyCondensed matter physicsBiochemistryOrganic chemistryPhysicsCatalytic Processes in Materials ScienceGas Sensing Nanomaterials and SensorsAdvanced Photocatalysis Techniques