journal article·2026-03

Metal-functionalized BCN nanocages for Cl2, COCl2, H2S, and NH3 detection: a DFT study on sensing efficiency, humidity effects, and thermal stability

Unnati Jethawa, Ajay Chaudhari

Carbon Letters· Volume 36· Issue 2
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