This book gives a comprehensive description of various aspects of 2D semiconductors including their synthesis, surface science, characterizations, and their allied application in environmental remediation including air and water purification, oil-water separation, hydrogen production, and CO2 removal. The electronic and optoelectronic enhancement properties of these semiconductors with bandgap engineering, doping, and chemical functionalization for various applications are exemplified.

Features:

• Provides focus on the application of 2D semiconductors for environmental applications.


• Covers the fundamental understanding of material design, fabrication, defect engineering, physical and chemical properties of 2D semiconductors, and their advantages for environmental applications.


• Focuses on the reliable future perspectives and developments that lead to advanced research in utilizing 2D materials for large-scale exploration and commercial deployment.


• Explores an in-depth insight into various aspects and processes for environmental remediation.


• Details the importance of 2D semiconductors over other 0D, 1D, or 3D semiconductors.

This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in materials science and environmental engineering.