Additionally, the NFTSs
can be readily separated from the suspension by sedimentation and filtration after photocatalytic reaction, which are obviously superior to P25. Consequently, the NFTSs possess a favorable photocatalytic activity on the degradation of MO. Figure 4 Photocatalytic spectra of NFTSs and P25. (a) Absorption spectra of MO at various photocatalysis treatment times by NFTSs. (b) Plots of ln(A 0/A) versus time SCH727965 in vivo for NFTSs and P25. Conclusions In summary, the anatase NFTSs with more 001 facets exposed and lower band gap energy were successfully prepared using a facile hydrothermal method though Nb, F-codoping. The prepared NFTSs were proven to possess 20.1% higher photocatalytic speed than P25 on the degradation of MO. The NFTSs demonstrate a favorable photocatalytic activity, and they are expected to find extended applications in environment and solar energy fields. Acknowledgements
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