Review of MXene-based nanocomposites for photocatalysis

Jong Kwon Im, Erica Jungmin Sohn, Sewoon Kim, Min Jang, Ahjeong Son, Kyung Duk Zoh, Yeomin Yoon

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Abstract

Since multilayered MXenes (Ti3C2Tx, a new family of two-dimensional materials) were initially introduced by researchers at Drexel University in 2011, various MXene-based nanocomposites have received increased attention as photocatalysts owing to their exceptional properties (e.g., rich surface chemistry, adjustable bandgap structures, high electrical conductivity, hydrophilicity, thermal stability, and large specific surface area). Therefore, we present a comprehensive review of recent studies on fabrication methods for MXene-based photocatalysts and photocatalytic performance for contaminant degradation, CO2 reduction, H2 evolution, and N2 fixation with various MXene-based nanocomposites. In addition, this review briefly discusses the stability of MXene-based nanophotocatalysts, current limitations, and future research needs, along with the various corresponding challenges, in an effort to reveal the unique properties of MXene-based nanocomposites.

Original languageEnglish
Article number129478
JournalChemosphere
Volume270
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2021

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Keywords

  • CO reduction
  • Contaminant removal
  • Hydrogen production
  • MXene
  • N fixation
  • Photocatalysis

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