One-dimensional hematite nanoneedles for the potential degradation of organic dyes

In this study, one-dimensional hematite (alpha-Fe2O3) nanoneedles were synthesized using a facile hydrothermal method. The morphology, structural and photocatalytic properties of prepared hematite nanoneedles were analyzed using a range of analysis techniques. In particular, the photocatalytic activity of prepared samples were evaluated by UV-light assisted degradation of Rhodamine B dye. It was shown that the prepared hematite nanoneedles can be potentially applied for wastewater treatment thanks to good photocatalytic properties. (C) 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.