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Nanoparticle-plant interaction: Implications in energy, environment, and agriculture
Prabhat Kumar Rai1, Vanish Kumar2, SangSoo Lee3
1Department of Environmental Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl 796004, India.
Environment International
|June 18, 2018
Summary
Plant-based synthesis offers an economical and eco-friendly alternative for creating nanoparticles. This review explores plant-nanoparticle interactions for sustainable applications in energy, agriculture, and environmental remediation.
Area of Science:
- Nanotechnology
- Green Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Nanomaterial synthesis often involves hazardous chemicals and toxic by-products.
- Environmental release of synthetic nanomaterials poses risks to ecosystems and health.
- Plant-based synthesis presents a sustainable and economical alternative for nanomaterial production.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the synthesis of diverse nanoparticles using plants and their extracts.
- To elucidate the significance of plant-nanoparticle interactions in synthesis and applications.
- To discuss the environmental implications and future prospects of plant-derived nanoparticles.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesis.
- Analysis of plant-nanoparticle interactions for synthesis and applications.
- Evaluation of environmental and health impacts of plant-derived nanoparticles.
Main Results:
- Plants provide an environmentally safe and economical route for nanoparticle synthesis.
- Plant-derived nanoparticles show potential in sustainable energy (biorefineries), agriculture, and environmental remediation.
- Plant-nanoparticle interactions offer a versatile platform for developing novel nanomaterials.
Conclusions:
- Plant-based nanomaterial synthesis is a promising green approach.
- Further research into plant-nanoparticle interactions is crucial for harnessing their full potential in human welfare.
- Addressing nanotoxicity and environmental fate is essential for the responsible advancement of nanotechnology.
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