Multi-core shell nanoparticles for efficient removal of nitrophenols from contaminated streams

Author: Adriano S. Silva1, Jose L. Diaz de Tuesta2, Helder T. Gomes3

1,3Centro de Investigação de Montanha(CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, 1,3Bragança, Portugal
2Department of Chemical and Environmental Technology, ESCET, Rey Juan Carlos University, 2Móstoles, Spain
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https://doi.org/10.55956/AIOC3232

Abstract. This study aims to investigate the application of multi-core shell nanoparticles in heterogeneous Fenton processes for efficient removal of specific nitrophenols (2 and 4-nitrophenol) from contaminated wastewater. The synthesis of superparamagnetic magnetite (Fe3O4) was achieved through solution combustion synthesis (SCS) using a citric acid and iron nitrate solution. The mFe3O4@C catalyst was obtained via an adapted Stöber procedure. The material was characterized to identify specific chemical compositions related to the formation of the multi-core shell desired architecture. The carboncoated catalyst exhibited superior performance compared to the bare core catalyst, leading to notable increases in the removal of 2-NP and 4-NP. Moreover, the decomposition of H2O2 was significantly enhanced, indicating the system's potential in efficiently breaking down hazardous compounds. The findings of this study highlight the tremendous potential of the system as a highly effective and viable alternative for the efficient cleansing of contaminated streams polluted with 2-nitrophenol and 4nitrophenol.

Keywords: multi-core shell, nanoparticles, cwpo.

Silva Adriano S., Diaz de Tuesta Jose L., Gomes Helder T. Мulti-core shell nanoparticles for efficient removal of nitrophenols from contaminated streams // Mechanics and Technology / Scientific journal. – 2023. – No.2(80). – P.133-141. https://doi.org/10.55956/AIOC3232

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