Controlling ZnO Nanopagoda Structure Enhances Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting

Key Points

• This research aims to examine how the structure of ZnO nanopagodas influences their effectiveness in water splitting.
• Synthesis of hierarchically structured ZnO nanopagodas
• Characterization of electronic properties and surface area
• Evaluation of PEC performance in water splitting
• Enhanced water splitting efficiency observed with optimized ZnO nanopagoda structure
• Improved electronic properties correlating with larger surface areas
• Potential to increase hydrogen production rates through structural control