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The research aims to develop a simple and environmentally friendly method for synthesizing silver nanoparticles using plant extracts.

February 26, 2026Discover Applied Sciences0 citationsOpen Access

Facile synthesis of silver nanoparticles using the extract of Azolla pinnata and their characterization

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Silver nanoparticles synthesized using Azolla pinnata leaf extract exhibit efficient photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue and methyl orange under visible light. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

ACAnju ChoudharyVivekananda Global University DSDeeplata SharmaVivekananda Global University

Key Points

The research aims to develop a simple and environmentally friendly method for synthesizing silver nanoparticles using plant extracts.
Utilized Azolla pinnata leaf extract as a natural reducing and stabilizing agent.
Conducted characterization using techniques to confirm nanoparticle formation and stability.
Assessed the photocatalytic capabilities of the synthesized AgNPs under visible light exposure.
Silver nanoparticles were successfully synthesized with a size range of 30–80 nm.
Characterization revealed a surface plasmon resonance peak at approximately 420 nm.
The AgNPs demonstrated effective degradation of methylene blue and methyl orange.

Abstract

The study outlines a simple, eco-friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using Azolla pinnata leaf extract as a natural reducing and stabilizing agent, eliminating toxic chemicals. The AgNPs produced are stable, cost-effective, and uniformly dispersed. Characterization confirmed successful nanoparticle formation with a surface plasmon resonance peak at ~ 420 nm, spherical particles sized 30–80 nm, and capping by plant-derived compounds. The AgNPs showed efficient photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue and methyl orange under visible light. These findings underscore the potential of green-synthesized AgNPs for applications in biomedicine and wastewater treatment.

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