S. Appu , Udayabhanu , B.R. Anusha , H.N. Priyadarshini , Fahd Alharethy , Reddy G. Srinivas , Abhijna , G. Nagaraju , K. Prashantha
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Type-1 heterojunction TiO2 Nanotubes/Ag2CrO4 nanoparticles: Advanced photocatalytic and electrochemical applications
This study introduces a novel methodology for fabricating stable, high-performance TiO2 nanotubes incorporated with orthorhombic Ag2CrO4 heterojunctions, aimed at advancing multifunctional applications. Comprehensive characterization using techniques such as XRD, FTIR, UV-DRS, SEM, TEM, PL, and XPS reveals the structural, optical, and electrochemical properties of the material. The resulting composite exhibits a unique Type-1 heterojunction mechanism that enhances charge separation and transfer, improving its functionality across diverse applications. In photocatalysis, the material demonstrates extended light absorption, achieving complete degradation of organic pollutants within 180 min. Additionally, it exhibits remarkable electrochemical performance, particularly in nitrite sensing, with a detection limit of 1.04 μM. This work underscores the potential of TiO2 nanotubes with orthorhombic Ag2CrO4 heterojunctions as a sustainable and efficient solution for environmental remediation, low-level analyte detection, and biomedical applications.
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