Abstract:Because of singlet oxygen (1O2)’s strong oxidation capability and environmental friendliness, understanding the mechanism of chlorine-mediated 1O2 generation in electrochemical processes can enhance wastewater treatment efficiency and minimize the side effects of active chlorine. Thus, electrochemical tests and treatment of Rhodamine B (RhB) simulated wastewater were used to assess the performance of Ir-Ta/Ti and Pt/Ti electrodes. The effects of different conditions (Cl- concentration, chlorine evolution activity of electrodes, H2O2 addition, O2 aeration) on electrochemical 1O2 generation were also explored. The results demonstrated that the 1O2-dominated electrochemical system can remove over 96% of RhB and shorten degradation pathways. Efficient 1O2 production depends on balancing hypochlorite (ClO-) and hydroperoxyl (HO2-) in the system, as an excess of either suppresses 1O2 generation. This study provides a theoretical framework for enhancing 1O2 generation under various conditions and the targeted preparation and modification of electrodes.
孙浩然, 殷明明, 唐海亮, 王立章. 基于ClO-—HO2-平衡机制的氯介导电催生1O2机理探究[J]. 中国环境科学, 2025, 45(1): 167-174.
SUN Hao-rang, YIN Ming-ming, TANG Hai-liang, WANG Li-zhang. Mechanism exploration for chlorine-mediated electrocatalytic generation of 1O2 based on the equilibrium between ClO- and HO2-. CHINA ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCECE, 2025, 45(1): 167-174.
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