Issue 53, 2022

MXenes and MXene-supported nanocomposites: a novel materials for aqueous environmental remediation

Abstract

Water contamination has become a significant issue on a global scale. Adsorption is a cost-effective way to treat water and wastewater compared to other techniques such as the Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs), photocatalytic degradation, membrane filtration etc. Numerous research experts are continuously developing inexpensive substances for the adsorptive removal of organic contaminants from wastewater. A fresh and intriguing area of inquiry has emerged as a result of the development of MXenes. This article aims to provide a preliminary understanding of MXenes from synthesis, structure, and characterization to the scope of further research. The applications of MXenes as a new generation adsorbent for remediation of various kinds of organic pollutants and heavy metals from wastewater are also summarized. MXenes with altered surfaces may make effective adsorbents for wastewater treatment. Lastly, the mechanism of adsorption of organic contaminants and heavy metals on MXenes is also discussed for a better understanding of the readers.

Graphical abstract: MXenes and MXene-supported nanocomposites: a novel materials for aqueous environmental remediation

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
02 9 2022
Accepted
22 11 2022
First published
06 12 2022
This article is Open Access
Creative Commons BY-NC license

RSC Adv., 2022,12, 34766-34789

MXenes and MXene-supported nanocomposites: a novel materials for aqueous environmental remediation

Md. Ahmaruzzaman, RSC Adv., 2022, 12, 34766 DOI: 10.1039/D2RA05530A

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