Document Type : Original Article
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Chemistry department, faculty of science, Cairo university
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Faculty of science, Cairo university
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chemistry department, faculty oi science, Cairo university
Abstract
The advancement of sensor technology has emerged as a critical imperative, driven by the need to address pressing environmental challenges. In the textile industry, the discharge of dye-containing wastewater poses significant ecological concerns, underscoring the importance of developing versatile nanosensors capable of detecting azo-toxic dyes with high precision. This study focuses on the development of a comprehensive analytical sensor based on a Nano Schiff base cobalt complex, tailored for the precise detection and quantification of dyes, as exemplified by methylene blue. The cobalt complex was synthesized using a Schiff base ligand and cobalt chloride, followed by conversion to a nanoscale form through ultrasonic treatment. Detailed characterization of the cobalt complex and its Nano Form was conducted using various analytical techniques, including elemental analysis, melting point determination, X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, FT-IR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, UV-Vis spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), zeta potential analysis, surface area and pore volume measurements, and atomic force microscopy (AFM). The incorporation of the Nano cobalt complex into a Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) sensor platform was explored, leveraging the unique structural and electronic properties of the Schiff base metal complex to enhance the sensitivity and specificity of the detection system. The developed QCM-based Nano Schiff base Cobalt Complex exhibited rapid and sensitive responses, even at very low dye concentrations (0.1 ppm), with a swift response time of 8-10 minutes. The mechanical stability of the sensor was affirmed through the investigation of the applied ionophore's lipophilicity using contact angle measurements, revealing an average contact angle of 120.70°. The findings of this study demonstrate the potential of cobalt complex-based nanosensors, developed using QCM technology, to facilitate seamless, in-field detection of environmental contaminants, such as dyes, with remarkable sensitivity and precision. The versatility of the proposed sensor system holds promise for broader applications in various analytical and sensing domains, contributing to the advancement of nanotechnology-based solutions for environmental monitoring and remediation.
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