Adsorption or photocatalysis? Engineering BiOi with metalorganic framework CAU-17 and microporous organic polymer MOP-CH2EDA to enhance ciprofloxacin removal from water

Key Points

• This study aims to develop and assess BiOI-based composites for improving the removal of ciprofloxacin from water through adsorption and photocatalytic processes.
• Fabrication of binary and ternary BiOI composites with CAU-17 and MOP-CH₂EDA.
• Evaluation of adsorption and photocatalytic efficiency for ciprofloxacin removal.
• Use of control comparisons for determining the effectiveness of the composites.
• BiOI composites significantly increased ciprofloxacin removal efficiency compared to individual components.
• The synergistic effect of CAU-17 and MOP-CH₂EDA enhanced the overall photocatalytic activity.
• Statistical analyses indicated a substantial improvement in pollutant degradation rates.