Surface plasmon resonance-induced Ag-BaTiO3 composites for catalytic performance

Ferroelectric BaTiO3 was combined with Ag nanoparticles for piezocatalytic and photocatalytic viewpoints. Microstructural characterization (X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy images) revealed that the Ag was successfully bounded with BaTiO3. X-ray photoelectron spectrum also confirmed the presence of Ag. Further, its performance was examined for dye degradation under visible light (for photocatalysis) and ultrasonication (for piezocatalysis). In both the catalysis processes, there was a significant improvement in Ag-loaded BaTiO3 sample-based catalytic reactions. Catalytic performance was evaluated for multiple cycles and was found consistent. Scavenger tests were also performed to understand catalytic reactions.

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By combining ferroelectric BaTiO3 with Ag nanoparticles, enhanced piezocatalytic and photocatalytic performance were achieved. The successful binding of Ag with BaTiO3 was confirmed through microstructural characterization. The catalytic reactions of Ag-loaded BaTiO3 sample showed significant improvement under visible light and ultrasonication, with consistent performance over multiple cycles and validated by scavenger tests.