Advanced Functional Materials and Methods for Photodegradation of Toxic Pollutants

Advanced Functional Materials and Methods for Photodegradation of Toxic Pollutants explores the use of visible active photocatalytic methods to remove emerging and persistent organic pollutants (POPs). It covers synthesis methods, applications, and mechanistic insights into the interaction of advanced functional materials and water pollutants, with a focus on reutilization and toxicity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

The potential of visible active photocatalytic methods in removing emerging and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is explored in depth in the book titled "Advanced Functional Materials and Methods for Photodegradation of Toxic Pollutants." It provides a comprehensive overview of the classification, sources, and potential risks of these pollutants in water bodies and the environment. The book delves into the various synthesis methods of visible active structured photocatalysts and their structure-related properties, emphasizing their applications in photocatalytic processes for the removal of antibiotics, pharmaceuticals, and heavy metal pollutants.

This invaluable resource is a must-have for academics, researchers, and technicians in chemical engineering, chemistry, and environmental science. It offers comprehensive mechanistic insights into the interaction of advanced functional materials and water pollutants, along with the potential reaction pathways occurring during visible light-induced photocatalytic processes. Furthermore, the book discusses the reutilization of catalysts, supporting the inherent reaction conditions performed with natural conditions.

By addressing the challenges posed by POPs, this book contributes to the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions for pollution control. It sheds light on the role of advanced functional materials in photocatalytic degradation, paving the way for future research and applications in this field.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323959537