• 文献标题:   A multifunctional sponge incorporated with TiO2 and graphene oxide as a reusable absorbent for oil/water separation and dye absorption
  • 文献类型:   Article
  • 作  者:   ZHOU J, ZHANG Y, JIA GW, CHEN ZF, YANG YQ, ZHANG L
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  • 出版物名称:   NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
  • ISSN:   1144-0546 EI 1369-9261
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  • 被引频次:   7
  • DOI:   10.1039/d0nj06298g
  • 出版年:   2021

▎ 摘  要

Water pollution due to various insoluble organic oils and soluble dyes has already threatened the marine ecosystem and human health. In this study, a robust multifunctional, reusable material for the separation of oil/water mixture, and the absorption of insoluble organic oils and soluble dyes has been successfully prepared by functionalizing a melamine sponge with TiO2, graphene oxide (GO), and stearic acid (SA). TiO2 nanoparticles and GO sheets with large surface area and high surface roughness provide excellent hydrophobicity. The long hydrophobic -CH2 chains of SA further enhance the hydrophobicity of the as-prepared sponge. TiO2-GO-SA sponges with excellent mechanical performance have been successfully used for the separation of oil/water mixture in harsh environment (strong acid and alkali), and for the continuous separation of oil/water. Furthermore, the TiO2-GO-SA sponge can absorb various oils and dyes. The reusability of the TiO2-GO-SA sponge was realized by squeezing extrusion and ultraviolet irradiation for the absorption of oils and dyes, respectively. The excellent stability and superior recyclability of the TiO2-GO-SA sponge make it promising for practical applications in wastewater remediation.