We tune the valence state of single Au atoms anchored on CeO2(100) by treating the catalyst in H2 at different temperatures and obtain a series of Au1/CeO2(100). The transition from… Click to show full abstract
We tune the valence state of single Au atoms anchored on CeO2(100) by treating the catalyst in H2 at different temperatures and obtain a series of Au1/CeO2(100). The transition from Au1+0.9 to Au1+0.3 leads to an enhancement of the CO oxidation activity of Au1/CeO2(100) by one order of magnitude. This work is of significance for an in-depth understanding of reaction mechanisms and rational design of high-performance catalysts.
               
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