Z-scheme Heterojunction Research Articles

Constructed black phosphorus quantum dots/BiVO4 Z-scheme heterojunction catalysis for efficient Rhodamine b degradation and DFT study

Black phosphorus (BP) is highly regarded in photocatalysis for its bandgap thickness dependency, high hole mobility, and broad visible light absorption. This study introduces a simple hydrothermal method to construct a BP QDs/BiVO4 direct Z-scheme heterojunction. The composite’s crystal structure, morphology, and photochemical properties were comprehensively characterized. The photocatalytic activity was evaluated using Rhodamine B (RhB) degradation under visible light. Notably, BP QDs0.12%/BiVO4 exhibited exceptional performance, achieving a 95.4 % RhB degradation after 100 min, three times higher than BiVO4 alone. The direct Z-scheme heterojunction played a pivotal role in facilitating O2− and h+ involvement in the degradation process. The interfacial interaction between BP QDs and BiVO4 significantly enhanced BiVO4′s visible light absorption, preserving its strong oxidation–reduction capacity. This enhancement was further corroborated by DFT simulation calculations. Overall, this study presents a novel approach for constructing efficient Z-scheme photocatalysts based on BP QDs, laying a solid foundation for their application in the field of photocatalytic degradation.

Design of a novel direct Z-scheme BiOIO3/Bi2WO6 heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin under visible light

The unique electronic structure, appropriate bandgap energy, and excellent electron transfer capability make bismuth-based semiconductors hotspots in the field of photocatalysis. Novel BiOIO3/Bi2WO6 Z-scheme heterojunctions were fabricated via in-situ hydrothermal synthesis. The BIOBIW-3 heterojunctions (BiOIO3:Bi2WO6=0.25:0.8, mole ratio) exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity for norfloxacin (NOR), with a degradation efficiency of 90.41 % after 90 min of photoreaction and a reaction kinetic constant of 0.02132 min−1, which was 5.02 and 9.35 times higher than that of BIO and BIW, respectively. The superior photocatalytic performance can be attributed to the intimate interface between BiOIO3 and Bi2WO6, as well as the staggered energy band structure that facilitates the formation of a Z-type heterojunction. This not only widens the range of visible light absorption but also enhances the separation and transfer of photogenerated carriers while maintaining a high capacity for redox reactions. The dominant active species in the degradation process were photogenerated holes (h+) and superoxide (∙O2−) radicals, and an in-depth exploration of the possible mechanism was conducted. Furthermore, the effects of various parameters, including solution pH, catalyst dosage, and NOR concentration on the photocatalytic degradation of NOR were also investigated. The prepared BiOIO3/Bi2WO6 heterojunctions exhibited remarkable photocatalytic performance and chemical stability, presenting a novel research direction for employing layered bismuth-based materials in the degradation of fluoroquinolone antibiotic wastewater.

Z-scheme γ-Fe2O3/g-C3N4 in Photo-Fenton reaction for oxytetracycline degradation: Mechanism study and DFT calculation

With the urbanization and industrialization of the world, the pollution of water due to the misuse of antibiotics is increasing. In this study, a Z-scheme γ-Fe2O3/g-C3N4 composite photocatalyst was prepared, and the removal efficiency of oxytetracycline (OTC) reached 85.7% within 60 min under the Photo-Fenton reaction system higher than that of g-C3N4 and γ-Fe2O3. The composite has great anti-interference capability and sustainability, and the recyclability was demonstrated using hysteresis return lines data. The photoelectrochemical characterization was analyzed to investigate the effect of the building of Z-scheme heterojunction on the photogenerated carrier separation efficiency. The charge behavior of heterojunction interfaces was probed in conjunction with DFT calculations, and differential charge maps were used to visualize charge distributions to analyze possible charge transfer pathways. In addition, the active substances in the system were identified by ESR data and capture experiments. The results showed that ·OH was the dominant active substance for OTC degradation. Meanwhile, LC-MS data combined with Fukui function calculations led to the derivation of a possible degradation pathway dominated by ·OH. This research provides a reference for subsequent studies of non-homogeneous Photo-Fenton systems and offers a viable option for mitigating OTC pollution in water bodies.

In situ fabrication of In2.77S4/In-MOFs Z-scheme heterojunction composites with enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity for degradation of tetracycline

In situ fabrication of In2.77S4/In-MOFs Z-scheme heterojunction composites with enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity for degradation of tetracycline

Z-scheme promoted interfacial charge transfer on Cu/In-porphyrin MOFs/CdIn2S4 heterostructure for efficient photocatalytic H2 evolution

The rational modulation of charge transfer pathway within heterojunction is essential toward boosting photocatalytic activity for H2 production from water splitting Herein, the bimetallic-modified porphyrin MOFs (CuIn-PMOFs) crystals have been developed as a substrate for the epitaxial wrapping of CdIn2S4 (CIS) nanosheets via a facile solvothermal process to fabricate novel hierarchical CuIn-PMOFs@CdIn2S4 (CuIn-PMOFs@CIS) heterojunctions. The experimental results, combined with density-functional theory calculations, demonstrated that the CuIn-PMOFs have a more negative conduction band position and the electrons transfer pathway is inclined from CIS to CuIn-PMOFs, which leads to the formation of unique Z-scheme heterojunctions. Profiting from the special “O-In” charge transfer channel, extensive highly active photoinduced electrons areaggregated and depleted in the conduction band of CuIn-PMOFs, contributing to the improvement of H2 generation activity. Moreover, the heterojunction model also revealed the minimum Gibbs free energy for H* intermediate adsorption (ΔGH*). Concretely, the optimized composite displayed a maximum H2 evolution rate of 7527.54 μmol g–1h−1, which is around 13.12 and 6.63 times higher than that of pure CdIn2S4 and CuIn-PMOFs, respectively. This work aims to suggest that constructing distinctive Z-scheme modulated charge transfer mechanism is an advanced strategy for acquiring highly efficient photocatalysts.

Bi4Ti3O12/Bi4O5I2/Bi12TiO20 double Z-scheme heterojunction: Efficient purification of water pollutants by multi-channel charge transfer

The construction of double Z-scheme heterojunctions has significant merits in facilitating photogenerated charge migration and realizing efficient redox reduction. In this work, a dual Z-scheme heterojunction Bi4Ti3O12/Bi4O5I2/Bi12TiO20 (BT/BOI/BTO) with abundant oxygen vacancies is constructed to achieve multi-channel rapid charge transfer. The transport modes of the charges at the interface of the double Z-scheme of BT/BOI/BTO are investigated through detailed analysis of the Fermi energy levels, energy band structures, and electron spin resonance spectra. Dual Z-scheme heterojunction generates a dual-interface electric field on Bi4Ti3O12 nanosheets. Carriers are driven to migrate directionally along multiple channels. Effective activation of oxygen molecules by oxygen vacancies in BT/BOI/BTO. BT/BOI/BTO achieved 100 % removal of tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) compared to the original material. The detailed degradation pathways of TCH were elucidated by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis. This work presents a new insight into the construction of high-performance Z-scheme photocatalysts with multichannel charge transfer properties.

Accurate construction of Cd/CdS/g-C3N4 heterojunction interface for efficient photocatalytic tetracycline degradation and Cr6+ reduction

With the increasing attention paid to environmental issues and the rapid development of photocatalytic environmental remediation technology, it is of great significance to develop catalysts with efficient photocatalytic environmental remediation capabilities. Graphite phase carbon nitride and its heterojunction are ideal choices for photocatalytic environmental remediation. Accurately constructing stable and well contacted heterogeneous interfaces is an effective means to improve catalytic efficiency. Herein, stable Cd/CdS/CN heterojunction interface was successful constructed by an in-situ synthesis method. Cd/CdS/CN photocatalysts exhibits excellent environmental remediation potential, capable of removing 88 % of high concentration TC (40 mg/L) within 60 min, and reducing over 96 % of Cr(VI) (50 mg/L) within 25 min under visible light, with good cycling stability. In addition, the reaction mechanism and TC degradation pathway of the composite photocatalyst with good photocatalytic activity were analyzed in depth. The experimental results confirmed that the synergistic effect of Z-Scheme heterojunction and Ohmic junction significantly improved the separation and migration of photogenerated carriers in the system, and maintained a high redox ability. This work provides a new reference for constructing CN based heterojunction photocatalysts with close contact.

Z-scheme Bi2WO6/KCN heterojunction towards efficient photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride

Antibiotic overuse raises environmental concerns, boosting the demand for efficient removal from pharmaceutical wastewater. Photocatalysis, particularly using semiconductor photocatalysts, offers a promising solution and garners significant scientific interest. In this study, a cyanamide defective carbon nitride (KCN) and Bi2WO6(BWO) heterojunction photocatalyst (2-BWO@KCN) was developed, analyzed, and employed for the photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride (TC) under visible light. The as-synthesized heterojunction 2-BWO@KCN sample demonstrates superior performance compared to pure BWO, CN, KCN, and the heterojunction with pure CN (i.e., 2-BWO@CN) in terms of degrading TC and generating photocurrent under visible light. The study found that the degradation efficiency was affected by the dosage of 2-BWO@KCN and the presence of coexisting ions. Under optimal conditions, the degradation efficiency could reach 87% within 20 min of illumination. Additionally, through comprehensive experimental analysis, the degradation pathway, band structure, and mechanism were thoroughly explored. The superior photocatalytic performance of 2-BWO@KCN was attributed to its Z-scheme heterojunction structure, which significantly reduced the recombination of photogenerated electron and hole (e−/h+) pairs. The radicals (•OH/•O2−) produced were identified using ESR, and their role in tetracycline degradation was further analyzed through active species trapping experiments.

Construction of Z-scheme SbVO4/g-C3N4 heterojunction with efficient photocatalytic degradation performance

As visible light responsive materials, g-C3N4 has become an outstanding research object for photocatalysis due to its facile synthesis, excellent chemical and thermal stability. In this paper, a Z-scheme SbVO4/g-C3N4 heterojunction was successfully constructed by thermal polymerization method. The synthesized SbVO4/g-C3N4 nanocomposite showed efficient photocatalytic activity on tetracycline (TC) degradation. The photocatalytic degradation of TC follows a first-order kinetic model, in which ·O2− and ·OH free radicals play a major role. The formation of Z-scheme heterojunction between SbVO4 and g-C3N4 can effectively promote the separation of photogenerated electron-hole pairs and the generation of ·O2− and ·OH. The photocatalytic removal rate of TC reached 82.3 % within 150 min under visible light. The as-synthesized SbVO4/g-C3N4 heterojunction can still maintain good stability. Furthermore, a photocatalytic degradation mechanism for the SbVO4/g-C3N4 heterojunction is proposed.

Z-scheme metal organic framework/Ag@AgCl heterojunction photocatalysts with elevated photocatalytic N2 fixation activity

As one of the most consumed chemical reagents, ammonia (NH3) has a wide range of applications in many fields. The demand for ammonia may continue to increase with the advancement of technology and the acceleration of industrialization. The traditional high energy consumption and high pollution ammonia synthesis methods (Haber-Bosch) need to be optimized and improved to reduce environmental pollution and energy dependence. In this work, a series of Z-scheme NM/Ag@AgCl heterojunctions were prepared as catalysts for the research of photocatalytic nitrogen fixation. By in-situ photodeposition, Ag@AgCl was uniformly distributed on the NM surface, and the interfaces of different substances were tightly bonded. The SPR effect that generated by Ag nanoparticles significantly enhanced the light energy absorption performance of heterojunction materials. In the ESR spectra, the signal peak intensity of NM/Ag@AgCl was higher than that of NM under light condition. Constructing of heterojunction was beneficial to the formation of Ti3+. The strong built-in electric field among NM and AgCl promoted the generation of Z-scheme heterojunction. NM/Ag@AgCl had sufficient redox potential to overcome thermodynamic barriers and drive the catalytic reaction. Without adding any sacrificial reagent, the ammonia production of NM/Ag@AgCl-3 reached 76.7 µmol g−1 h−1 under full spectrum radiation. The rate of ammonia formation of NM/Ag@AgCl was almost seven times than that of NM. The synergistic effect between NM and Ag@AgCl optimized the photogenerated carrier separation path. This work provided a new vision for the practical application of efficient photocatalytic N2 reduction.

A Schottky/Z-Scheme Hybrid for Augmented Photocatalytic H2 and H2O2 Production.

The prodigious employment of fossil fuels to conquer the global energy demand is becoming a dreadful threat to the human society. This predicament is appealing for a potent photocatalyst that can generate alternate energy sources via solar to chemical energy conversion. With this interest, we have fabricated a ternary heterostructure of Ti3C2 nanosheet modified g-C3N4/Bi2O3 (MCNRBO) Z-scheme photocatalyst through self-assembly process. The morphological analysis clearly evidenced the close interfacial interaction between g-C3N4 nanorod, Bi2O3 and Ti3C2 nanosheets. The oxygen vacancy created on Bi2O3 surface, as suggested by XPS and EPR analysis, supported the Z-scheme heterojunction formation between g-C3N4 nanorod and Bi2O3 nanosheets. The collaborative effect of Z-scheme and Schottky junction significantly reduced charge transfer resistance promoting separation efficiency of excitons as indicated from PL and EIS analysis. The potential of MCNRBO towards photocatalytic application was investigated by H2O2 and H2 evolution reaction. A superior photocatalytic H2O2 and H2 production rate for MCNRBO is observed, which are respectively around 5 and 18 folds higher as compared to pristine CNR nanorod. The present work encourages for the development of a noble, eco-benign and immensely efficient dual heterojunction based photocatalyst, which can acts as saviour of human society from energy crisis.

Efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution by in situ construction of Nb4+ charge-carrier channels in hollow porous tubular C3N4 and Nb2O5 Z-scheme heterojunctions

Optimizing heterojunction structure is an important way to improve photocatalytic activity. Herein, we report a novel hollow tubular C3N4/Nb4+/Nb2O5 nanoparticle Z-Scheme heterojunction, by introducing Nb4+ ions into Nb2O5 through a reducing atmosphere during C3N4 thermal polymerization. The optimized heterostructure showed outstanding photocatalytic hydrogen evolution activity under both UV–vis (14.93 mmol g−1 h−1) and Vis (5.22 mmol g−1 h−1) lights. The photocatalytic hydrogen evolution activity under UV–vis light is 26.6 and 4.75 times that of bulk C3N4 (CN) and hollow tubular C3N4 (HCN), respectively. The increased photocatalytic activity can be attributed to the larger specific surface area, more active sites, and enhanced light absorption capacity of the composite. Crucially, the introduction of Nb4+ ions as the charge-carrier transport channels in the Z-scheme heterostructure improves the efficiency of photogenerated charge-carrier separation. This study provides a useful design strategy for Z-Scheme photocatalytic heterojunction structures that can utilize solar light more efficiently.

A novel Z-scheme SnS/NiAl-LDH/g-C3N4 heterojunction for piezo-photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline: Performance and mechanism

The construction of a heterojunction piezo-photocatalyst is one of the most effective strategies to accelerate charge transfer and improve catalytic performance. A novel ternary heterojunction was synthesized by introducing SnS nanoparticles (NPs) onto the surface of a NiAl-LDH/g-C3N4 (LDH/CN) nanosheets via a facile hydrothermal method. The separation and transfer paths of carriers was studied for the piezo-photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline (TC), a common antibiotic, under ultrasonic and visible light irradiation. The SnS/LDH/CN piezo-photocatalyst generated a built-in electric field by the piezoelectric effect, which was beneficial for the separation of electron-hole pairs. Furthermore, the Z-scheme heterojunction endowed with a larger surface area, abundant active sites, and improved light-harvesting capacity further improved piezo-photocatalytic performance for TC. In particular, a CLS-30 (30 wt% of SnS on LDH/CN) heterojunction exhibited the highest degradation efficiency with 98.5 % removal of TC (20 mg/L) in 60 min, which was higher than that of ultrasonic vibration (38.2 %) and visible light illumination (79.4 %). TC degradation efficiency remained at almost 90 % after 4 consecutive cycles. This work provides a novel viewpoint for designing high-performance and stable heterojunction piezo-photocatalysts for energy limited wastewater remediation applications.

Construction of schottky-assisted Z-scheme heterojunction Cd0.3Zn0.7S@Ti3C2/Ag/CeO2 boosted carriers charge separation for efficient photocatalytic hydrogen production

The purposeful modulation of interfacial charge transfer pathways in heterogeneous structures is an innovative and feasible strategy to improve photocatalysis efficiency. However, it is often characterized by difficulties in charge separation and transport and the high charge recombination limits its applications. Herein, a Cd0.3Zn0.7S-based heterostructure of Cd0.3Zn0.7S@Ti3C2/Ag/CeO2 was fabricated in which the efficient electron transfer route was designed by synergistic action of Z-scheme and Schottky junction. Serial characterizations and Density-Functional Theory calculations identify the Schottky junction promoted the electrons in Cd0.3Zn0.7S to transfer to Ti3C2, whereas the Z-scheme heterojunction accelerated the electrons transfer from CeO2 to Cd0.3Zn0.7S@Ti3C2 with Ag acting as the electronic intermediary. Significantly, the optimized Cd0.3Zn0.7S@Ti3C2/Ag/CeO2 exhibited stronger photocatalytic H2 evolution of 16.3 mmol·g−1·h−1 with an apparent quantum efficiency of 29.8 % at 420 nm, which was 4.2 times higher than the pristine Cd0.3Zn0.7S material. This work offers valuable insights into realizing the desired charge transfer route through artificial heterointerface and a new possibility for applying Cd1-xZnxS materials in photocatalytic hydrogen production.

Nanozyme-mediated signal amplification on g-C3N4/NaBiO3 Z-scheme heterojunction photoelectrode toward ultrasensitive photoelectrochemical immunoassay for prostate-specific antigen

A sandwich-type photoelectrochemical (PEC) immunosensor for prostate-specific antigen (PSA) detection was developed using the g-C3N4/NaBiO3 (CN/NBO) Z-scheme heterojunction as the photoelectrode and glutathione-Cu/Cu2O nanozyme (GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs) as the signal amplifier. The unique Z-scheme charge-carrier migration pathway of the CN/NBO heterojunction significantly promotes the separation and migration of photogenerated electron-hole pairs, producing a high photocurrent response of the photoelectrode. GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs with ascorbic acid oxidase (AAO) activity were introduced into the PEC immunosensing system through immunoreactions for signal amplification. Signal amplification was achieved through double photocurrent quenching of the GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs on the photoelectrode. On the one hand, GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs as AAO catalyzed ascorbic acid (AA), an electron donor in the PEC system, to produce dehydroascorbic acid (DHA), leading to a decrease in the photocurrent response. On the other hand, the GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs prevented AA transfer from the detection solution to the interface of the photoelectrode, further aggravating the PEC signal quenching effect. Benefiting from the excellent performance of the Z-scheme heterojunction-based photoelectrode, the dual signal quenching effect of GSH-Cu/Cu2O NPs, the PEC immunosensor showed an ultralow detection limit of 5.1 × 10−15 g mL−1. By coupling a Z-scheme heterojunction-based photoelectrode with a nanozyme-mediated signal amplification strategy, this study provides a novel avenue for the construction of ultrasensitive and convenient biosensing systems.

Enhanced light absorption and charge carrier’s separation in g-C3N4-based double Z-scheme heterostructure photocatalyst for efficient degradation of navy-blue dye

ABSTRACT Effective wastewater treatment is essential due to the dye environmental threats. Photocatalysis offers an eco-friendly dye degradation solution. Herein, we report a double Z-scheme photocatalyst, i.e. LaFeO3/Boron-doped g-C3N4/Fe2O3 (LFO/B-CN/FO), fabricated via a hydrothermal method. The formation of this ternary system is supported by structural, surface, and morphological analyses. Differential scanning calorimetry and thermal gravimetric analysis demonstrated the crystallization behavior of the composite. Because of synergetic effects in the ternary composite and boron doping, the optical band gap energy is reduced to 1.6 eV. Under visible light irradiation, the LFO/B-CN/FO nanocomposite degraded navy-blue dye by 98% in 130 min at neutral pH, surpassing CN, B-CN, and binary composites of B-CN with LFO and FO. The degradation process was rationalized using pseudo-first- and pseudo-second-order kinetic models, which confirmed high catalytic efficiency. The double Z-scheme heterojunction enhanced light absorption, charge separation, and carrier lifetime, hence improving the photocatalytic activity. Overall, the as-fabricated LFO/B-CN/FO ternary composite outperformed reference catalysts in terms of chemical reactivity, optical characteristics, and electrical performance. This work opens up a new route for the design and fabrication of double Z-scheme ternary composite photocatalysts for potential wastewater treatment and renewable energy applications.

Host-Guest Interaction Mediated Perovskite@Metal-Organic Framework Z-Scheme Heterojunction Enabled Paper-Based Photoelectrochemical Sensing.

Exploring the high-performance photoelectronic properties of perovskite quantum dots (QDs) is desirable for paper-based photoelectrochemical (PEC) sensing;however, challenges remain in improving their stability and fundamental performance. Herein, a novel Z-scheme heterostructure with host-guest interaction by the confinement of CH3NH3PbBr3 QDs within Cu3(BTC)2 metal-organic framework (MOF) crystal (MAPbBr3@Cu3(BTC)2) is successfully constructed on the paper-based PEC device for ultrasensitive detection of Ochratoxin A (OTA), with the assistance of the exciton-plasmon interaction (EPI) effect. The host-guest interaction is estabilished by encapsulating MAPbBr3 QDs as guests within Cu3(BTC)2 MOF as a host, which prevents MAPbBr3 QDs from being damaged in the polar system, offering access to long-term stability with high-performance PEC properties. Benefiting from the precise alignment of energy levels, the photogenerated charge carriers can migrate according to the Z-scheme charge-transfer pathway under the driving force of the internal electric field, achieving a high photoelectric conversion efficiency. Upon OTA recognition, the EPI effect is activated to modulate the exciton response in MAPbBr3 QDs by accelerating radiative decay, finally achieving sensitive OTA sensing with a detection limit of 0.017 pg mL-1. We believe this work renders new insight into designing host-guest Z-scheme heterojunctions in constructing the paper-based PEC sensing platforms for environmental monitoring.

Ag-bridged Z-scheme AgI/NU-1000 heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of sulfamethazine: Pathways, mechanism insight, and DFT calculations

Constructing heterojunction structures is a crucial approach for improving carrier separation efficiency and expanding the visible-light absorption range of photocatalysts. Herein, a series of Ag-bridged Z-scheme (AgI/NU-1000) heterojunction photocatalysts were successfully prepared using a simple in-situ precipitation method. The photodegradation efficiency of the AgI/NU-1000 samples was assessed by degrading sulfamethazine under visible-light conditions. The optimized AgI/NU-10000.35 (AN-2) photocatalyst exhibited exceptional photodegradation activity, achieving a degradation rate of 89.68 % within 40 min. The toxicity test results proved that the solution degraded by AN-2 exhibited no detrimental effects on biological growth, thereby demonstrating its potential practical application value. Electrochemical and photochemical tests demonstrated that the creation of a Z-scheme heterojunction was favorable for the separation of photogenerated carriers. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy were used to clarify the electron migration direction within the AgI/NU-1000 heterojunction. Possible degradation pathways and mediate products were investigated using high-performance liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry and DFT calculations. This work demonstrates the potential application of AgI/NU-1000 composite materials in environmental treatment.

Synergy of charge migration direction-manipulated Z-scheme heterojunction of BiVO4 quantum dots/perylenetetracarboxylic acid and nanosized Au modification for artificial H2O2 photosynthesis

Synergy of charge migration direction-manipulated Z-scheme heterojunction of BiVO4 quantum dots/perylenetetracarboxylic acid and nanosized Au modification for artificial H2O2 photosynthesis

Visible-Light Photocatalytic Degradation Efficiency of Tetracycline and Rhodamine B Using a Double Z-Scheme Heterojunction Catalyst of UiO-66-NH2/BiOCl/Bi2S3.

BiOCl is a promising photocatalyst, but due to its weak visible light absorption capacity and low photogenerated electron-hole pair separation rate, its practical application is limited to a certain extent. In this study, a novel double Z-scheme heterojunction UiO-66-NH2/BiOCl/Bi2S3 catalyst was constructed to broaden the visible light response range and promote high photogenerated hole-electron separation of BiOCl. Its photocatalytic performance is evaluated by dissociating tetracycline (TC) and rhodamine B (RhB) in visible light. The optimal proportion of UiO-66-NH2/BiOCl/Bi2S3 hybrids exhibits the best degradation efficiency of visible light illumination (∼93% in 120 min for TC and ∼98% in 60 min for RhB). The synergistic effect of a large visible light response range and the Z-scheme charge transfer mechanism ensure the excellent visible photocatalytic activity of UiO-66-NH2/BiOCl/Bi2S3. It is proven that h+ and •O2- are the main active substances in the photocatalysis process by active substance capture experiments and electron spin resonance tests. The intermediates and degradation processes are analyzed by high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry. This study proves that the new UiO-66-NH2/BiOCl/Bi2S3 photocatalyst has great application potential in the field of water pollution degradation and will provide a new idea for the optimization of BiOCl.