Green Metal Nanoparticles Synthesis, Characterization and their Applications [Hardcover]

The use of biological sources such as microbes and plants can help in synthesizing nanoparticles in a reliable and eco-friendly way. The synthesis of nanoparticles by these natural sources is characterized by processes that take place near to ambient temperature and pressures and also near neutral pH. This edited volume authored by subject specialists, provides all the latest research and builds a database of bioreduction agents to various metal nanoparticles using different precursor systems. The book also highlights the different strategies such as simplicity, cost-effectiveness, environment-friendly and easily scalable, and includes parameters for controlling the size and shape of the materials developed from the various greener methods. In order to exploit the utmost potential metal nanoparticles synthesis from the different sources such as  agricultural waste, flora and fauna, food waste, microbes and biopolymer systems, it is also crucial to recognize the biochemical and molecular mechanisms of production of nanoparticles and their characterization.

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Part I Future Vision of Green Nanotechnology 1

1 Recent Advances in Green Nanotechnology and the Vision for the Future 3
Sukanchan Palit and Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain

1.1 Introduction 4

1.2 The Objective of this Study 4

1.3 The Rationale for this Study 5

1.4 What is Meant by Green Nanotechnology? 5

1.5 The Scientific Doctrine and Truth Behind Nanotechnology Applications 6

1.6 Recent Research Pursuit in the Field of Nanotechnology 7

1.7 Scientific Endeavors in the Field of Green Nanotechnology 8

1.8 Challenges and Opportunities in the Field of Green Nanotechnology 13

1.9 Environmental SustainabilCN