Effect of Diverse Factors on Green Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles
Journal Title: International Journal of Life Science - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Metallic nanoparticles like those of copper, silver and gold are of great interest both due to their excellent physical, chemical properties and antibacterial property. The conventional non biological methods for their synthesis are not eco-friendly as they involve use of toxic reagents and also produce harmful by-products. To overcome these limitations, green synthesis of metal nanoparticles was developed and gained research focus as these have significant biomedical applications. Copper nanoparticles due to their interesting properties, low cost preparation and many potential applications in electronics, medical and pharma fields have attracted a lot of interest in recent years. The present study focused on various factors that influenced green synthesis of preferably copper nanoparticles using copper sulphate solution and different plant extracts of Punica granatum. The influencing factors studied were over a range like molarity of copper sulphate solution from 1 mM-20mM, incubation time 0-2 hrs, temperature 250C-550C, pH 5-11 respectively. The study is significant as standardization of factors for green synthesis of copper nanoparticles can facilitate their bulk synthesis commercially. These copper nanoparticles can be used as antimicrobial agents and help to combat the fast growing drug resistance.
Authors and Affiliations
Naga Padma P. , S. Chaitanya Kumari, Thanveer Banu Syed
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