Abstract
Heterostructured nanomaterials, generally have physicochemical properties that differ from those of the individual components, and thus have potential in a wide range of applications. New platinum (Pt)/nickel bicarbonate (Ni(HCO 3 ) 2 ) heterostructures are designed for an efficient alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). Notably, the specific and mass activity of Pt in Pt/Ni(HCO 3 ) 2 are substantially improved compared to the bare Pt nanoparticles (NPs). The Ni(HCO 3 ) 2 provides abundant water adsorption/dissociation sites and modulate the electronic structure of Pt, which determine the elementary reaction kinetics of alkaline HER. The Ni(HCO 3 ) 2 nanoplates offer a platform for the uniform dispersion of Pt NPs, ensuring the maximum exposure of active sites. The results demonstrate that, Ni(HCO 3 ) 2 is an effective catalyst promoter for alkaline HER.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 5432-5437 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 58 |
Issue number | 16 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 8 Apr 2019 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- electrocatalysis
- heterostructures
- hydrogen evolution reaction
- nickel bicarbonate
- platinum