Synergistic adsorption-photocatalysis in Cu/TiO₂/bamboo activated carbon for mineralization of sulfamethoxazole: The role of CO₂ desorption and exciton effects

Key Points

• Enhanced mineralization of sulfamethoxazole occurs through synergistic adsorption and photocatalysis.
• Key metrics indicate CO₂ desorption plays a crucial role in improving efficiency during treatment processes.
• Analysis of the interactions among Cu, titanium dioxide, and bamboo activated carbon reveals significant photocatalytic activity.
• Significance underscores the potential for advanced materials in effective environmental remediation, highlighting the need for further validation.