Fabrication and photocatalytic performance of a ZnxCd1−xS solid solution prepared by sulfuration of a single layered double hydroxide precursor

▶ A series of ZnxCd1−xS solid solution nanoparticles have been synthesized. ▶ The ZnxCd1−xS nanoparticles were arranged regularly inside a matrix of alumina. ▶ Their light absorption properties in the visible region varied with Zn content. ▶ They showed excellent photocatalytic activity for degradation of methylene blue.