Study on the preparation of an advanced g-C3N4/MXene@Ag multifunctional membranes and their properties for water purification
The g-C3N4/MXene@Ag(CNMA)separation membrane was constructed by vacuum-assisted self-assembly.It is shown that the introduction of Ag nanoparticles can optimize the surface wettability and transport channels of the membranes.The separation flux(for 1,2-dichloroethane/water emulsions)of the composite membrane is up to(6 812.7±106)L/(m2·h·bar)with a maximum separation efficiency of 99.7%.Notably,the CNMA separation membrane has remarkable anti-fouling performance and maintains stable separation properties after 10 consecutive uses.In addition,MXene@Ag can enhance the energy band structure,improve the photoelectric properties,provide positive spatial sepa-ration of electrons-holes(e--h+)and achieve efficient removal of organic pollutants(dyes,antibiotics).The efficiency of the membrane in degrading methylene blue dye is 98%.The CNMA functional separation membrane is suitable for water environment remediation under organic pollutant scenarios.This work meets the actual wastewater treatment re-quirements and has a promising development.