Synthesis of p-CuO/n-ZnO heterostructure by microwave hydrothermal method and evaluation of its photo and bio-catalytic performance

Key Points

• The p-CuO/n-ZnO heterostructure exhibits enhanced photo-catalytic activity under UV light, surpassing single-component counterparts.
• Photo-catalytic efficiency measured 83% using the heterostructure for dye degradation within 80 minutes.
• Synthesis via microwave hydrothermal method ensures uniform layer growth, enhancing overall catalytic performance.
• These findings suggest potential for environmental applications, though real-world implementation requires further evaluation.