Photocatalysis – Heterogeneous

Kazunari Domen

Kazunari Domen

Tokyo Institute of Technology, Kanagawa, Japan

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First published: 13 December 2002

Abstract

The definition and basic principle as well as the reaction mechanism of heterogeneous photocatalysis are described in detail. Several typical examples, such as organic synthesis, oxidation, reduction, and mineralization, are also cited. Especially, TiO2 photocatalysis is mentioned in detail because it is the most extensively used photocatalyst for various kinds of reactions. Photocatalytic decomposition of water is also described.

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