Multifunctional MOF-5@ZnCo2O4 Composite for Photocatalytic Dye Degradation of Crystal Violet Dye and Electrocatalytic Applications: Hydrogen Evolution Reaction and Supercapacitor Studies
摘要
The metal-organic framework with ZnCo2O4 combined (MOF-5@ZnCo2O4) composite is presented in this study as a flexible and state-of-the-art basis for sophisticated waste water treatment, hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and supercapacitor devices. The impact of ZnCo2O4 doping on MOF-5 structure, which enhances stability and photo/electrochemical performance, is highlighted in this work. MOF-5@ZnCo2O4 is prepared by a simple solution combustion and solvothermal synthesis method and well characterised by various spectroscopic techniques. The MOF-5@ZnCo2O4 composite exhibits pseudo first order reaction kinetics and 98% degradation capacity observed for crystal violet dye. The composite MOF-5@ZnCo2O4 demonstrated a Tafel slope of 125 mV/dec in an acidic solution and a minimal overpotential of 358 mV for HER applications. Additionally, at 10 mA/cm2, it remains constant for 12 h. Furthermore, we conducted research on MOF-5@ZnCo2O4 composite for supercapacitors. Its specific capacitance is 33 F/g at a current density of 2 A/g. Our results put this composite at the forefront by showing enhanced performance and adaptability in addressing the challenges of energy and constantly shifting environment.
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