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Graphitic Carbon Nitride Film: An Emerging Star for Catalytic and Optoelectronic Applications
Author(s) -
Bian Juncao,
Huang Chao,
Zhang RuiQin
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
chemsuschem
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.412
H-Index - 157
eISSN - 1864-564X
pISSN - 1864-5631
DOI - 10.1002/cssc.201600863
Subject(s) - graphitic carbon nitride , materials science , carbon nitride , carbon fibers , nanotechnology , catalysis , photocatalysis , semiconductor , light emitting diode , nitride , thin film , diode , optoelectronics , chemistry , composite number , organic chemistry , layer (electronics) , composite material
Graphitic carbon nitride (g‐CN) is a unique organic semiconductor that has been widely applied as a visible‐light‐driven photocatalyst. However, these applications are primarily based on g‐CN powders. Applications of g‐CN in devices are hindered because of difficulties associated with the synthesis of high‐quality g‐CN films. This work reviews the latest advances in g‐CN films. The deposition methods are summarized and the structural, optical, and electronic properties of g‐CN films and their applications in catalysis, solar cells, and light‐emitting diodes are outlined. Moreover, the challenges remaining in this field are also discussed.