High-efficient degradation of atrazine via UV-driven persulfate process: Transformation patterns, radical chemistry, and residual ecotoxicity evaluation

Key Points

• Atrazine degradation reaches a high efficiency, with significant reduction observed in residual ecotoxicity.
• The study shows a transformation of atrazine through radical chemistry, producing intermediate products.
• Assessment featured a UV-driven persulfate process, demonstrating its effectiveness in lowering atrazine levels.
• Findings highlight potential applications for environmental pollution control, with further implications for water treatment practices.