Phosphoric acid- and water-synthesized microalgea hydrochar for photocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin

Key Points

• Photocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin achieved with microalgae hydrochar, enhancing wastewater treatment.
• Key evidence shows up to 85% degradation in 120 minutes under UV light exposure.
• Assessment using both phosphoric acid and water to synthesize hydrochar from microalgae.
• Supports the potential of renewable resources for effective removal of pharmaceutical contaminants.