Visible-light-induced activation of periodate that mimics dye-sensitization of TiO2: Simultaneous decolorization of dyes and production of oxidizing radicals
Visible light induced activation of periodate is achieved with dye sensitizers. The dye/periodate systems concomitantly decolorize dyes and degrade organics. Iodate radical serves as a main oxidant in the photosensitization systems. The inhibitory effects of various background constituents are insignificant. The activated periodate enables extraordinarily rapid viral inactivation.