Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Sheets for Improved Photocatalytic Performance
Ahmad Umar, Ahmed A. Ibrahim, Sajid Ali Ansari, Mohsen A. M. Alhamami
Abstract
In this study, we present an efficient and straightforward approach to synthesize zinc oxide sheets (ZN-S) from readily available raw materials. Through comprehensive spectroscopic/microscopic analyses, the characteristics of the synthesized ZN-S photocatalysts were thoroughly examined. Their photocatalytic efficiency was evaluated by monitoring the decomposition of the methylene blue dye under UV light exposure. The experiments revealed that ZN-S demonstrates a particularly enhanced photocatalytic activity, likely due to its small band gap energy and the efficient separation of charge carriers. This research introduces a feasible method for producing ZN-S through a simple process, offering a scalable solution for various applications.