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Recently, there has been a significant focus on the novel quaternary chalcogenide-based semiconductor Cu2XSnS4 (CXTS), where X represents a Group II or transition metal. These materials are attracting attention as promising, cost-effective, and non-toxic semiconductors comprised of earth-abundant elements. In addition to their sustainability, CXTS offers further advantages, including the integration of non-toxic, cost-effective components, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. This concise review covers the recent synthesis and development of CXTS. A comprehensive summary of the findings on the use of CXTS as photocatalysts for H2 production and the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants has been compiled and discussed. This review also outlines the challenges faced and suggests future directions to address the issues impeding the advancement of CXTS.
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Recently, there has been a significant focus on the novel quaternary chalcogenide-based semiconductor Cu2XSnS4 (CXTS), where X represents a Group II or transition metal. These materials are attracting attention as promising, cost-effective, and non-toxic semiconductors comprised of earth-abundant elements. In addition to their sustainability, CXTS offers further advantages, including the integration of non-toxic and cost-effective elements, making them appeal for various applications. This concise review covers the recent synthesis and development of CXTS. A comprehensive summary of the findings on the use of CXTS as photocatalysts for H2 production and the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants has been compiled and discussed. This review also outlines the challenges faced and suggests future directions to address the issues impeding the advancement of CXTS.
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Recently, there has been a significant focus on the novel quaternary chalcogenide-based semiconductor Cu2XSnS4 (CXTS), where X represents a Group II or transition metal. These materials are attracting attention as promising, cost-effective, and non-toxic semiconductors comprised of earth-abundant elements. In addition to their sustainability, CXTS offers further advantages, including the integration of non-toxic and cost-effective elements, making them appeal for various applications. This concise review covers the recent synthesis and development of CXTS. A comprehensive summary of the findings on the use of CXTS as photocatalysts for H2 production and the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants has been compiled and discussed. This review also outlines the challenges faced and suggests future directions to address the issues impeding the advancement of CXTS.
Professor Mohammad Mansoob Khan
Universiti Brunei Darussalam
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This page is a summary of: Cu
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XSnS
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(X = Mg, Ba, Sr, Fe, Mn, Co, Ni, and Cd) for Visible‐Light‐Induced Photocatalytic Applications, ChemistrySelect, November 2025, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1002/slct.202504500.
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Cu2XSnS4 (X = Mg, Ba, Sr, Fe, Mn, Co, Ni, and Cd) for Visible-Light-Induced Photocatalytic Applications
Recently, there has been a significant focus on the novel quaternary chalcogenide-based semiconductor Cu2XSnS4 (CXTS), where X represents a Group II or transition metal. These materials are attracting attention as promising, cost-effective, and non-toxic semiconductors comprised of earth-abundant elements. In addition to their sustainability, CXTS offers further advantages, including the integration of non-toxic and cost-effective elements, making them appeal for various applications. This concise review covers the recent synthesis and development of CXTS. A comprehensive summary of the findings on the use of CXTS as photocatalysts for H2 production and the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants has been compiled and discussed. This review also outlines the challenges faced and suggests future directions to address the issues impeding the advancement of CXTS.
Cu2XSnS4 (X = Mg, Ba, Sr, Fe, Mn, Co, Ni, and Cd) for Visible-Light-Induced Photocatalytic Applications
Recently, there has been a significant focus on the novel quaternary chalcogenide-based semiconductor Cu2XSnS4 (CXTS), where X represents a Group II or transition metal. These materials are attracting attention as promising, cost-effective, and non-toxic semiconductors comprised of earth-abundant elements. In addition to their sustainability, CXTS offers further advantages, including the integration of non-toxic and cost-effective elements, making them appeal for various applications. This concise review covers the recent synthesis and development of CXTS. A comprehensive summary of the findings on the use of CXTS as photocatalysts for H2 production and the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants has been compiled and discussed. This review also outlines the challenges faced and suggests future directions to address the issues impeding the advancement of CXTS.
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