Photooxidation of Roxithromycin and Erythromycin from Antibiotic-Containing Wastewater Using CeO₂/ZnO Nanocomposite
Research Inventy : International Journal of Engineering and Science, vol.1, no.1, pp.1-17, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 1 Issue: 1
- Publication Date: 2024
- Journal Name: Research Inventy : International Journal of Engineering and Science
- Journal Indexes: Index Copernicus
- Page Numbers: pp.1-17
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
This study investigates the photooxidation of Roxithromycin and Erythromycin, two prevalent antibiotics found in antibiotic industry wastewater, utilizing a CeO₂/ZnO nanocomposite as a photocatalyst. The synthesized CeO₂/ZnO nanocomposite exhibits enhanced photocatalytic activity under sun light irradiation, promoting the degradation of these antibiotics. Various parameters, including catalyst loading, initial antibiotic concentration, and reaction time, were systematically optimized to assess their influence on the photocatalytic efficiency. The results indicate significant degradation rates for both antibiotics. These findings underscore the potential of CeO₂/ZnO nanocomposites as a viable solution for the remediation of antibiotic-contaminated wastewater, contributing to environmental sustainability and public health protection.