articleEnvironmental Technology & InnovationJan 17, 2022GOLD OA

Green synthesis of nanoparticles: Current developments and limitations

Zhejiang University of Technology · Missouri State University

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Abstract

Nanoscale metals are widely used in many fields such as environment, medicine, and engineering that synthesis of nanoscale metals is a timely topic. At present, nanoscale metals are mainly synthesized by chemical methods that have unintended effects such as environmental pollution, large energy consumption, and potential health problems. In response to these challenges, green synthesis, which uses plant extracts instead of industrial chemical agents to reduce metal ions, has been developed. Green synthesis is more beneficial than traditional chemical synthesis because it costs less, decreases pollution, and improves environmental and human health safety. In this review, current developments in the green…

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Keywords
  • Nanotechnology
  • Environmental pollution
  • Green chemistry
  • Nanoparticle
  • Materials science
  • Pollution
  • Environmental science
  • Catalysis
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