Nd-modified SrSn(OH)₆ nanorods

Faster, more complete degradation

Surface Nd modification significantly enhances UV-light photocatalytic degradation of crystal violet compared to unmodified nanorods.

Zizhan, Sun · Xiaoyu, Wang · Xue, Zeyang · Cai, Zhengyu · Fan, Chauangang · Pei, Lizhai

Micro and Nanosystems 2023

Advantages

Band gap reduced due to Nd modification at the surface

Lower charge transfer resistance and more efficient charge separation

Recoverable and reusable for CV degradation