The graphite encapsulated a-Fe particles were prepared by reduction of stage-2 and stage-3 FeCI3 graphite intercalation compounds （GICs） with metallic potassium, X-ray diffraction analysis （XRD）, energy dispersive...The graphite encapsulated a-Fe particles were prepared by reduction of stage-2 and stage-3 FeCI3 graphite intercalation compounds （GICs） with metallic potassium, X-ray diffraction analysis （XRD）, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy （EDS） investigation and transmission electron microscopy （TEM） observation show that the reduction products of stage-2 FeCl3-GICs contains more abundant a-Fe nanoparticles than those of stage-3. High-resolution TEM （HRTEM） observation reveals that the nanoparticle of a-Fe was polycrystals or twins, which was real or quasi two-dimension in shape, and whose space orientation was strictly controlled by the graphene. Based on the experiment results, a possible growth model of the graphite encapsulated ct-Fe was proposed.展开更多
Zero-valent iron(ZVI),an ideal reductant treating persistent pollutants,is hampered by issues like corrosion,passivation,and suboptimal utilization.Recent advancements in nonmetallic modified ZVI(NM-ZVI)show promising...Zero-valent iron(ZVI),an ideal reductant treating persistent pollutants,is hampered by issues like corrosion,passivation,and suboptimal utilization.Recent advancements in nonmetallic modified ZVI(NM-ZVI)show promising potential in circumventing these challenges by modifying ZVI's surface and internal physicochemical properties.Despite its promise,a thorough synthesis of research advancements in this domain remains elusive.Here we review the innovative methodologies,regulatory principles,and reduction-centric mechanisms underpinning NM-ZVI's effectiveness against two prevalent persistent pollutants:halogenated organic compounds and heavy metals.We start by evaluating different nonmetallic modification techniques,such as liquid-phase reduction,mechanical ball milling,and pyrolysis,and their respective advantages.The discussion progresses towards a critical analysis of current strategies and mechanisms used for NM-ZVI to enhance its reactivity,electron selectivity,and electron utilization efficiency.This is achieved by optimizing the elemental compositions,content ratios,lattice constants,hydrophobicity,and conductivity.Furthermore,we propose novel approaches for augmenting NM-ZVI's capability to address complex pollution challenges.This review highlights NM-ZVI's potential as an alternative to remediate water environments contaminated with halogenated organic compounds or heavy metals,contributing to the broader discourse on green remediation technologies.展开更多
As an aliphatic amino acid,cysteine(CYS)is diffuse in the living cells of plants and animals.However,little is known of its role in the reactivity of nano-sized zero-valent iron(NZVI)in the degradation of pollutants.T...As an aliphatic amino acid,cysteine(CYS)is diffuse in the living cells of plants and animals.However,little is known of its role in the reactivity of nano-sized zero-valent iron(NZVI)in the degradation of pollutants.This study shows that the introduction of CYS to the NZVI system can help improve the efficiency of reduction,with 30%more efficient degradation and a reaction rate constant nine times higher when nitrobenzene(NB)is used as probe compound.The rates of degradation of NB were positively correlated with the range of concentrations of CYS from 0 to 10 mmol/L.The introduction of CYS increased the maximum concentration of Fe(Ⅲ)by 12 times and that of Fe(II)by four times in this system.A comparison of systems featuring only CYS or Fe(Ⅱ)showed that the direct reduction of NB was not the main factor influencing its CYS-stimulated removal.The reduction in the concentration of CYS was accompanied by the generation of cystine(CY,the oxidized form of cysteine),and both eventually became stable.The introduction of CY also enhanced NB degradation due to NZVI,accompanied by the regeneration of CYS.This supports the claim that CYS can accelerate electron transfer from NZVI to NB,thus enhancing the efficiency of degradation of NB.展开更多
基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province (No.2004ABA090)the Fund from the Chengguang Plan of Wuhan(No.20065004116-35)
文摘The graphite encapsulated a-Fe particles were prepared by reduction of stage-2 and stage-3 FeCI3 graphite intercalation compounds （GICs） with metallic potassium, X-ray diffraction analysis （XRD）, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy （EDS） investigation and transmission electron microscopy （TEM） observation show that the reduction products of stage-2 FeCl3-GICs contains more abundant a-Fe nanoparticles than those of stage-3. High-resolution TEM （HRTEM） observation reveals that the nanoparticle of a-Fe was polycrystals or twins, which was real or quasi two-dimension in shape, and whose space orientation was strictly controlled by the graphene. Based on the experiment results, a possible growth model of the graphite encapsulated ct-Fe was proposed.
基金supported by the NSFC-JSPS joint research program(No.51961145202)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52370163,52321005,and 52293443)the State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment(Harbin Institute of Technology)(No.2022TS42).
文摘Zero-valent iron(ZVI),an ideal reductant treating persistent pollutants,is hampered by issues like corrosion,passivation,and suboptimal utilization.Recent advancements in nonmetallic modified ZVI(NM-ZVI)show promising potential in circumventing these challenges by modifying ZVI's surface and internal physicochemical properties.Despite its promise,a thorough synthesis of research advancements in this domain remains elusive.Here we review the innovative methodologies,regulatory principles,and reduction-centric mechanisms underpinning NM-ZVI's effectiveness against two prevalent persistent pollutants:halogenated organic compounds and heavy metals.We start by evaluating different nonmetallic modification techniques,such as liquid-phase reduction,mechanical ball milling,and pyrolysis,and their respective advantages.The discussion progresses towards a critical analysis of current strategies and mechanisms used for NM-ZVI to enhance its reactivity,electron selectivity,and electron utilization efficiency.This is achieved by optimizing the elemental compositions,content ratios,lattice constants,hydrophobicity,and conductivity.Furthermore,we propose novel approaches for augmenting NM-ZVI's capability to address complex pollution challenges.This review highlights NM-ZVI's potential as an alternative to remediate water environments contaminated with halogenated organic compounds or heavy metals,contributing to the broader discourse on green remediation technologies.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41771353)the Science and Technology Planning Project of Hunan Province(No.2019RS2036)+1 种基金Changsha Plan Project of Science and Technology(under Grant No.kq1801025)the Hunan Engineering&Technology Research Centre for Irrigation Water Purification。
文摘As an aliphatic amino acid,cysteine(CYS)is diffuse in the living cells of plants and animals.However,little is known of its role in the reactivity of nano-sized zero-valent iron(NZVI)in the degradation of pollutants.This study shows that the introduction of CYS to the NZVI system can help improve the efficiency of reduction,with 30%more efficient degradation and a reaction rate constant nine times higher when nitrobenzene(NB)is used as probe compound.The rates of degradation of NB were positively correlated with the range of concentrations of CYS from 0 to 10 mmol/L.The introduction of CYS increased the maximum concentration of Fe(Ⅲ)by 12 times and that of Fe(II)by four times in this system.A comparison of systems featuring only CYS or Fe(Ⅱ)showed that the direct reduction of NB was not the main factor influencing its CYS-stimulated removal.The reduction in the concentration of CYS was accompanied by the generation of cystine(CY,the oxidized form of cysteine),and both eventually became stable.The introduction of CY also enhanced NB degradation due to NZVI,accompanied by the regeneration of CYS.This supports the claim that CYS can accelerate electron transfer from NZVI to NB,thus enhancing the efficiency of degradation of NB.
