Synthesis of a novel visible light-driven and magnetically separable photocatalyst based on BiFeO3-YFeO3 type II heterojunction

Key Points

• The study aims to synthesize a novel photocatalyst using BiFeO3 and YFeO3 to improve light absorption and separation efficiency.
• Synthesis of BiFeO3-YFeO3 nanocomposites using solution combustion route.
• Variation of the phases ratio in the composite materials.
• The synthesized photocatalyst demonstrates effective absorption of visible light.
• The material shows magnetic properties allowing for easy separation after use.