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This study investigates the use of FeVO4 as a catalyst in a spark plasma discharge system for the degradation of crystal violet, a synthetic dye commonly found in industrial wastewater. The combination of the heterogeneous catalyst with plasma discharge generates reactive oxygen species that effectively break down the dye molecules into less harmful byproducts. The research demonstrates improved degradation efficiency compared to plasma discharge or catalysis used in isolation, with the process showing favorable kinetics under optimized conditions.
Why it matters
Crystal violet and similar synthetic dyes pose significant environmental and health risks when discharged into water bodies, and this approach offers a potentially scalable, chemically efficient method for treating textile and industrial wastewater without relying on excessive chemical inputs.