Biochar-capped iron oxide nanocomposites prepared by ultrasonic method as nanophotocatalysts for the degradation of organic dyes using response surface methodology

RSC Advances 2026 Open access

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Authors: Thandi B. Mbuyazi, Peter A. Ajibade
DOI: 10.1039/d5ra09734g
Cited by: 4
References: 82

Abstract

Biochar capped iron oxide nanocomposites synthesized via an ultrasound method were used as photocatalysts using response surface methodology. The nanocomposites degraded 99.86% of Congo red and achieved 99.28% degradation of crystal violet.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Iron oxide chemistry and applications Environmental remediation with nanomaterials Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Advances
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
16
Issue
16
Pages
14458–14476
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN