Abstract
In this investigation, we explored two series of composites comprising p-type α-MnS with selectively exposed {001} or {111} facets, coated with n-type ZIF-67 nanoparticles, to enhance the photocatalytic activity on Rhodamine B (RhB) degradation. The influence of the crystal facet orientation and the p-n junction on the photocatalytic efficacy was also well studied. The α-MnS/ZIF-67 composites displayed enhanced separation of charge carriers and superior light absorption capabilities, benefiting for efficient photocatalysis. The composites with cubic α-MnS morphology exhibited a pronouncedly higher photocatalytic activity relative to those with octahedral α-MnS morphology. The composition of α-MnS with ZIF-67 constructed the formation of a p-n junction with build-in electric field, extending the response into the visible region and promoting the mobility of charge carriers, thereby improving the photocatalytic performance. Our findings revealed that superoxide radicals (O2-) were the major reactive species in the photocatalytic degradation process. This study contributes novel insights into the development of high-performance and stable metal-organic framework (MOF)-based photocatalysts through the crystal facet engineering and the construction of p-n junctions.
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