Efficient bromide extraction from brine by BiOBr through photo-assisted electrochemically switched ion exchange

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• Efficient bromide extraction from brine occurs using BiOBr and photo-assisted methods, achieving promising results.
• Key evidence shows up to 90% bromide removal efficiency within a limited timeframe of three hours of exposure.
• The approach involved photo-assisted electrochemically switched ion exchange, utilizing semiconductor material for enhanced performance.
• The findings indicate BiOBr may be a viable candidate for large-scale bromide extraction, emphasizing the need for further exploration in practical settings.