Abstract The discovery of two-dimensional (2D) transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) in 2011 has expanded the pool of nanomaterials available for a variety of applications. Characteristic properties of MXenes, such as high conductivity, hydrophilicity, and catalytic activity have led to a growing research interest for their use in environmental remediation and water treatment applications. This review summarizes recent advances in the synthesis and applications of MXenes as adsorbents, desalination membranes, electrodes for electrochemical deionization, and catalytic or antibacterial agents for water purification and other environmental remediation processes. The overview also features discussions on the computational attempts, biocompatibility, and environmental impact in the exploration of MXenes for water applications, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of these advanced 2D materials.

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二维金属碳化物（MXenes）的水处理及环境修复应用

摘要 2011 年二维 (2D) 过渡金属碳化物和氮化物 (MXenes) 的发现扩大了可用于各种应用的纳米材料库。MXenes 的特性，如高电导率、亲水性和催化活性，已引起人们对其在环境修复和水处理应用中的应用的日益增长的研究兴趣。本综述总结了 MXenes 作为吸附剂、海水淡化膜、电化学去离子电极以及用于水净化和其他环境修复过程的催化剂或抗菌剂的合成和应用的最新进展。概述还讨论了在探索 MXenes 用于水应用时的计算尝试、生物相容性和环境影响，