Abstract

In this study, p-aminophenol and o-phenylenediamine were used as materials in a straightforward one-step hot solvent approach for generating a nitrogen-doped carbon dot. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), and UV–Vis analysis were used to analyze the resultant CDs composites. Furthermore, fluorescence and absorption spectroscopy were used to assess the optical characteristics. Following the addition of Cu2+, CDs’ fluorescence was quenched statically, resulting in the formation of a non-fluorescent complex. Based on this, a highly selective fluorescent technique was developed with a detection limit of 2.71 μM and a relevant linear range of 10–100 μM for Cu2+. More convenient to carry and detect sodium alginate gel beads doped with carbon dots were prepared for visual detection of Cu2+. Using this method, Cu2+ ions from various environmental sources can be detected rapidly, cheaply, environmentally friendly, and selectively.

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