University Chemistry ›› 2026, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (7): 300-308.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202506057

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Photocatalytic-Fenton degradation of Rhodamine B using sulfidized FeOCl: a proposed comprehensive chemical experiment

Chao Zeng1,2, Pengwei Zeng1,2   

  1. 1 Hubei Key Laboratory of Pollutant Analysis & Reuse Technology, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Normal University, Huangshi 435002, Hubei Province, China;
    2 School of Chemical Engineering, Jiangxi Normal University, Nanchang 330022, Jiangxi Province, China
  • Received:2025-06-13 Accepted:2025-08-01 Published:2026-06-27
  • Contact: Chao Zeng E-mail:chaozeng@hbnu.edu.cn

Abstract: This study presents a wastewater treatment approach utilizing heterogeneous photocatalysis-Fenton coupling technology. The experimental design employs photo-Fenton degradation of Rhodamine B as a teaching module for undergraduates. The sulfur-modified FeOCl (FeS/FeOCl) heterojunction catalyst is synthesized through an in-situ ion exchange reaction. Subsequent characterization focused on the catalyst’s structure, morphology and optical property, followed by evaluation of its photo-Fenton degradation efficiency for Rhodamine B. This experiment demonstrates straightforward operation with obvious phenomena. It is helpful to improve the experimental operation skills of undergraduates, cultivate their scientific research ability and enhance their environmental protection awareness.

Key words: Photocatalysis, Fenton reaction, Comprehensive chemical experiment, Iron oxychloride