Quasi-1D/3D Bi2O4 /Phase-tuned C3N5 Type-II heterostructure for the visible-light driven photocatalytic degradation of resorcinol in wastewater: Insights into inhibitory effects of matrix interferences and phytotoxicity assessment

Adarsh Singh; Balbir .; Suneel Kumar Srivastava; Divya Bhatnagar; Ashok Kumar Gupta

doi:10.1039/d5lf00338e

January 1, 2026RSC Applied InterfacesOpen Access

Quasi-1D/3D Bi2O4 /Phase-tuned C3N5 Type-II heterostructure for the visible-light driven photocatalytic degradation of resorcinol in wastewater: Insights into inhibitory effects of matrix interferences and phytotoxicity assessment

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Investigate the efficacy of a novel Bi2O4/C3N5 heterostructure in degrading resorcinol under visible light.
Developed a type-II heterostructure using Bi2O4 and phase-tuned C3N5.
Evaluated photocatalytic activity under visible light.
Assessed matrix interferences in wastewater.
Conducted phytotoxicity tests to evaluate environmental impact.
The heterostructure achieved significant resorcinol degradation under visible light.
Matrix interferences reduced photocatalytic efficiency but were characterized.
Phytotoxicity tests revealed varying impacts on plant growth.

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This research demonstrates the photocatalytic degradation of resorcinol in wastewater, indicating environmental benefits while assessing matrix interferences and phytotoxicity.

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Over the years, resorcinol (RCL) has been used to manufacture various pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). Its extensive use in treating skin infections has made it ubiquitous in environmental...

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