Issue 22, 2023

MXene-based nanocomposites: emerging candidates for the removal of antibiotics, dyes, and heavy metal ions

Abstract

Transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) have been regarded as a promising material for the separation and removal of toxic pollutants from the environment due to its excellent optical, electrical, chemical, and mechanical properties. This review discusses the various MXene synthesis methods and their optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. In addition, the photocatalytic properties of these materials are studied with respect to antibiotic medication degradation. This review also discusses the utilization of MXenes as a membrane and adsorbent for removing synthetic dyes and heavy metal ions from wastewater. Finally, the technical challenges and prospects for this wonder 2D nanomaterials are discussed. We hope that this study will motivate scientists working on MXene-based nanocomposites.

Graphical abstract: MXene-based nanocomposites: emerging candidates for the removal of antibiotics, dyes, and heavy metal ions

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
12 Mezh. 2023
Accepted
06 Eost 2023
First published
08 Eost 2023

Mater. Chem. Front., 2023,7, 5519-5544

MXene-based nanocomposites: emerging candidates for the removal of antibiotics, dyes, and heavy metal ions

H. Ali, A. Ali, J. A. Buledi, A. A. Memon, A. R. Solangi, J. Yang and K. H. Thebo, Mater. Chem. Front., 2023, 7, 5519 DOI: 10.1039/D3QM00667K

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