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Scalable Syntheses of Graphene Oxide and Reduced Graphene Oxide using Cascade Design Oxidation and Highly Basic Reduction Reactions
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Green synthesis of graphene
B Kartick1, S K Srivastava, I Srivastava
1Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 721302, India.
Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
|July 19, 2013
Summary
This study presents a green synthesis of graphene using coconut water as a natural, non-toxic reducing agent. This eco-friendly method offers a sustainable alternative for graphene production.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Green Chemistry
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Graphene synthesis often involves harsh chemicals and complex procedures.
- There is a growing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly methods in nanomaterial production.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a green synthesis route for graphene production.
- To utilize a natural, non-toxic, and readily available reducing agent for graphene synthesis.
Main Methods:
- Graphite oxide was prepared via chemical oxidation of graphite.
- Coconut water (Cocos nucifera L.) was employed as a reducing agent for graphite oxide.
- Characterization techniques included X-ray diffraction, FTIR, UV-Visible, Raman spectroscopy, SEM, TEM, AFM, TG analysis, and zeta potential measurements.
Main Results:
- The successful synthesis of graphene was confirmed through various spectroscopic and microscopic analyses.
- Morphological characteristics and thermal stability of the synthesized graphene were evaluated.
- Surface charge properties were determined using zeta potential measurements.
Conclusions:
- Coconut water serves as an effective and eco-friendly reducing agent for graphene synthesis.
- This green synthesis approach offers a sustainable alternative for producing graphene materials.
