Neeraj Upadhyay*, Pankaj Kumar & Bhupendra Kumar Sharma
Department of Chemistry, S.G.G. Government College, Banswara, Govind Guru Tribal University, Banswara, Rajasthan, India
Received : 16th May, 2024 ; Revised : 17th June, 2024
DOI:-https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15065193
Abstract– This study explores the green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using Murraya koenigii (curry leaf) extract as a reducing agent. Nanotechnology, operating at the nanometer scale, leverages unique properties of materials at these dimensions, offering potential for innovations across various fields. ZnO NPs are notable for their biocompatibility, minimal cytotoxicity, and cost-efficiency, making them valuable in optics, electronics, medicine, and more. Traditional chemical synthesis methods often involve toxic reagents, prompting interest in eco-friendly alternatives. The green synthesis method presented here utilized the phytochemicals in Murraya koenigii to produce ZnO NPs, which were subsequently characterized using UV-visible spectrophotometry, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS). The synthesized nanoparticles exhibited a characteristic absorption peak at 374 nm, an average hydrodynamic size of 70 nm, and a crystalline size of approximately 38.40 nm. TEM and SEM analyses revealed spherical particles averaging 30 nm in size, while EDS confirmed their purity. This green synthesis approach demonstrates a sustainable, cost-effective, and biocompatible method for producing ZnO NPs, with promising applications in various scientific and industrial fields.
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