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Abstract
This study employed the hydrothermal method to dope Mn into Sn3O4, which was then combined with g-C3N4 through calcination to prepare an II-type Mn-Sn3O4-x/CN composite photocatalyst. The impact of Mn-Sn3O4 loading on the photocatalytic performance was discussed. The synthesized composite catalysts exhibited remarkable hydrogen production performance under visible light, with Mn-Sn3O4-10/CN demonstrating the highest performance. Characterization techniques confirmed the successful preparation of the catalysts, and the light absorption capacity, charge separation and transport efficiency of Mn-Sn3O4-10/CN are significantly improved compared to catalysts with other ratios. This study developed a Mn-Sn3O4-x/CN composite catalyst with high stability and good hydrogen production rate. It provides further directions for the research of g-C3N4-based composite catalysts.
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The aim of the journal is to provide a respectful outlet for ''sound science'' papers in all research areas on surfaces and interfaces. We define sound science papers as papers that describe new and well-executed research, but that do not necessarily provide brand new insights or are merely a description of research results.
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