Solar-Driven Photocatalytic Degradation of Dye Pollutant Using MnO 2 -Modified Biochar via Fenton-like Reactions.
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| Title: | Solar-Driven Photocatalytic Degradation of Dye Pollutant Using MnO 2 -Modified Biochar via Fenton-like Reactions. |
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| Authors: | Sandoval, Jorge A. Soto1,2 (AUTHOR), Ragib, Abdullah Al1,2 (AUTHOR), Kozinski, Janusz1 (AUTHOR), Rakshit, Sudip K.1,2 (AUTHOR), Kang, Kang1 (AUTHOR) kkang3@lakeheadu.ca |
| Source: | Polymers (20734360). May2026, Vol. 18 Issue 9, p1119. 20p. |
| Subjects: | Wastewater treatment, Photodegradation, Photocatalysis kinetics, Haber-Weiss reaction, Heterogeneous catalysts, Color removal (Sewage purification), Catalysts |
| Abstract: | Manganese dioxide (MnO2) modified biochar catalysts derived from biomass and waste polymer feedstocks were synthesized and evaluated as heterogeneous Fenton-like catalysts for solar-driven degradation of Rhodamine B (RhB) in aqueous systems. Biochars produced from maple wood and plastic waste (high-density polyethylene) provided porous carbon matrices with oxygen-rich surface functionalities that enabled effective MnO2 loading and catalytic activity. Photocatalytic experiments conducted under real sunlight using a solar-collector reactor demonstrated faster RhB degradation compared to a conventional ultraviolet (UV) system, confirming the advantage of solar-driven operation. Complete RhB removal was achieved at initial concentrations of 100–300 ppm, whereas higher dye concentrations (500 ppm) exceeded the catalytic capacity within the tested reaction time. Kinetic analysis revealed catalyst-dependent reaction behaviors, indicating that degradation pathways were strongly influenced by the biopolymer-derived carbon structure and MnO2 dispersion. Degradation efficiency was correlated with solar irradiance and reactor temperature, with higher UV index conditions enhancing catalytic performance. Reusability tests showed that the catalysts remained active over multiple cycles, although gradual decreases in reaction rates and catalyst recovery were observed. These results demonstrate the potential of biopolymer-derived carbon materials as effective solar-driven catalysts for wastewater treatment applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Manganese dioxide (MnO2) modified biochar catalysts derived from biomass and waste polymer feedstocks were synthesized and evaluated as heterogeneous Fenton-like catalysts for solar-driven degradation of Rhodamine B (RhB) in aqueous systems. Biochars produced from maple wood and plastic waste (high-density polyethylene) provided porous carbon matrices with oxygen-rich surface functionalities that enabled effective MnO2 loading and catalytic activity. Photocatalytic experiments conducted under real sunlight using a solar-collector reactor demonstrated faster RhB degradation compared to a conventional ultraviolet (UV) system, confirming the advantage of solar-driven operation. Complete RhB removal was achieved at initial concentrations of 100–300 ppm, whereas higher dye concentrations (500 ppm) exceeded the catalytic capacity within the tested reaction time. Kinetic analysis revealed catalyst-dependent reaction behaviors, indicating that degradation pathways were strongly influenced by the biopolymer-derived carbon structure and MnO2 dispersion. Degradation efficiency was correlated with solar irradiance and reactor temperature, with higher UV index conditions enhancing catalytic performance. Reusability tests showed that the catalysts remained active over multiple cycles, although gradual decreases in reaction rates and catalyst recovery were observed. These results demonstrate the potential of biopolymer-derived carbon materials as effective solar-driven catalysts for wastewater treatment applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 20734360 |
| DOI: | 10.3390/polym18091119 |
