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GREEN SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATIONOF SILVER NANO PARTICLES USING LEAF EXTRACTOF Cichorium intybus: A SUSTAINABLEAPPROACH

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Anantharaj V1, Sangeetha M*, Ethayaraja Man3,Swathi Sudhakar , Mahalakshmi K
ยป doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.5.2024.893-903

Abstract

The utilization of eco-friendly and sustainable approaches in the synthesis of nanoparticles has gained significant attention due to their potential applications in various fields. In this study, we present a green synthesis method for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using the leaf extract of Cichorium intybus. Cichorium intybus commonly known as cichory, a widely available and easily cultivable plant, is rich in phytochemicals with inherent reducing and stabilizing properties. The leaves of Cichorium intybus were collected and authenticated. The aqueous leaf extract of Cichorium intybuswas prepared using cold maceration method and the extract was packedtightly. The Physicochemical parameters and phytochemical screening of extract were assessed. The green synthesis process was conducted by mixing aqueous silver nitrate (AgNO3) with Cichorium intybus leaf extract under controlled reaction conditions. The reduction of Ag+ ions to AgNPs was monitored by changes in the solution's color, confirming the formation of nanoparticles. The resulting AgNPs were characterized using various analytical techniques such as UV-Visible spectroscopy, zeta sizer, zeta potential, scanning electron microscopy(SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The green synthesis of AgNPs using Cichorium intybus leaf extract showcases a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to nanoparticle production. This study contributes to the growing the knowledge on green nanotechnology and highlights the potential of Cichorium intybus as a valuable source for nanoparticle synthesis.

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