Synthesis, Characterization and Photocatalytic Application of Bi2O3 Nanoparticles

Abstract

Bismuth Oxide photocatalyst were developed by a simple hydrothermal synthetic route at 160 °C, and it is efficiently characterized by various techniques: such as powder XRD, FESEM, and UV-Vis DRS. The removal efficiency of the Bismuth Oxide nanoparticles is tested against the removal of RhB under natural sunlight irradiation. About 70 % removal of RhB is observed in 120 min.