Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite
Abstract This research presents the synthesis of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite using a simple chemical co-precipitation method without any capping agents, which distinguishes it from existing methodologies. The study provides a comprehensive investigation into its structural, morphological, and opti...
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| author | Adnan Alnehia Annas Al-Sharabi Muhammad Hadi M. A. Ahlam |
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| description | Abstract This research presents the synthesis of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite using a simple chemical co-precipitation method without any capping agents, which distinguishes it from existing methodologies. The study provides a comprehensive investigation into its structural, morphological, and optical properties. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the formation of a hexagonal crystalline structure with an average crystallite size of approximately 40.50 nm. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) identified key functional groups, further establishing the compound’s unique characteristics. Notably, surface potential measurements revealed a net surface charge of -20.85 ± 0.50 mV, indicating excellent stability, which is critical for practical applications. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) illustrated rough surfaces with irregularly shaped agglomerates, suggesting strong interactions between barium (Ba) and iron (Fe). Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) validated the presence of Ba, Fe, and O elements. Furthermore, optical analyses demonstrated a band gap energy of 2.09 eV, positioning this nanocomposite as a promising candidate for applications in catalysis, magnetic materials, and optoelectronic devices. This work not only contributes to the understanding of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposites but also opens new avenues for their application in advanced technological fields. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-649c2e7666b14bdb94367e23e63f424a2025-08-20T03:03:40ZengNature PortfolioScientific Reports2045-23222025-07-011511910.1038/s41598-025-02908-wPreparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocompositeAdnan Alnehia0Annas Al-Sharabi1Muhammad Hadi2M. A. Ahlam3Department of Physics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Thamar UniversityDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Thamar UniversityDepartment of Physics, Faculty of Sciences, King Khalid UniversityDepartment of Physics, Collage of Science, Qassim UniversityAbstract This research presents the synthesis of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite using a simple chemical co-precipitation method without any capping agents, which distinguishes it from existing methodologies. The study provides a comprehensive investigation into its structural, morphological, and optical properties. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the formation of a hexagonal crystalline structure with an average crystallite size of approximately 40.50 nm. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) identified key functional groups, further establishing the compound’s unique characteristics. Notably, surface potential measurements revealed a net surface charge of -20.85 ± 0.50 mV, indicating excellent stability, which is critical for practical applications. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) illustrated rough surfaces with irregularly shaped agglomerates, suggesting strong interactions between barium (Ba) and iron (Fe). Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) validated the presence of Ba, Fe, and O elements. Furthermore, optical analyses demonstrated a band gap energy of 2.09 eV, positioning this nanocomposite as a promising candidate for applications in catalysis, magnetic materials, and optoelectronic devices. This work not only contributes to the understanding of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposites but also opens new avenues for their application in advanced technological fields.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-02908-wBaFeO2.67/Fe2O3Crystallite sizeBand gapNPs |
| spellingShingle | Adnan Alnehia Annas Al-Sharabi Muhammad Hadi M. A. Ahlam Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite Scientific Reports BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 Crystallite size Band gap NPs |
| title | Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite |
| title_full | Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite |
| title_fullStr | Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite |
| title_full_unstemmed | Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite |
| title_short | Preparation and analysis of structural, morphological and optical properties of BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 nanocomposite |
| title_sort | preparation and analysis of structural morphological and optical properties of bafeo2 67 fe2o3 nanocomposite |
| topic | BaFeO2.67/Fe2O3 Crystallite size Band gap NPs |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-02908-w |
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