Synthesis Optimization

The best photocatalyst (COD removal 66.5%) was synthesized using Wet Impregnation method, using Anatase Titania with best metal composition of 0.1Fe-0.4Zn.

II Parametric Optimization

Photocatalyst calcined at 300˚C gave the highest activity; its activity decreases with increasing DIPA concentration & increases with time.

However, I believe this study could be a continuous one with rooms for improvements.

Due to time limitations, the exact optimum condition for the effect of DIPA concentration and irradiation time could not be obtained. If experiments were repeated for more variables in the respective manipulated parameters until a certain constant pattern is obtained, it would be possible to conclude by stating the optimum conditions.

Moreover, there are other parameters which can also be tested in this similar study such as the effect of photocatalyst loading, effect of pH and so on.

The scope of work of this project can be extended for further studies.

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