A review on hierarchical Bi2MoO6 nanostructures for photocatalysis applications

In this critical review, hierarchical Bi2MoO6 nanostructures as photocatalysts for photocatalytic degrading organic materials are reviewed in detail. Hierarchical nanostructures have attracted numerous attentions due to their multiple advantages such as porous structure, large surface area, efficient light harvesting and charge separation, which have considerable influences on the photocatalytic performance. Herein, the recent progress of hierarchical Bi2MoO6 nanostructures including primary, secondary and multiple structures is hilighted. Particularly, the morphologies, photocatalytic performance and mechanism of hierarchical Bi2MoO6 nanostructures are outlined. Finally, futher development strategy of Bi2MoO6 photocatalysts is suggested. Research into Bi2MoO6 will offer guidelines of designing hierarchical photocatalysts for environmental applications.