Direct Z-scheme 1D/2D WO 2.72 /ZnIn 2 S 4 hybrid photocatalysts with highly-efficient visible-light-driven photodegradation towards tetracycline hydrochloride removal.

•WO2.72/ZnIn2S4 hybrid exhibits highly efficient activity for TCH degradation.•WO2.72/ZnIn2S4 hybrid possess excellent photostability during TCH degradation.•The improved catalytic activity was ascribed to effective charge separation.•Z-scheme charge separation mechanism in WO2.72/ZnIn2S4 was verified.