10.1007/s40097-021-00435-4

Biosynthesis of selenium nanoparticles using plant extracts

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  • Krystyna Pyrzynska*1,
  • Aleksandra Sentkowska2,
  1. Department of Chemistry, University of Warsaw, Warsaw, 02-093, PL
  2. Heavy Ion Laboratory, University of Warsaw, Warsaw, 02-093, PL
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Published in Issue 28-07-2021

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Pyrzynska, K., & Sentkowska, A. (2021). Biosynthesis of selenium nanoparticles using plant extracts. Journal of Nanostructure in Chemistry, 12(4 (August 2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40097-021-00435-4
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Abstract

Abstract Selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) have the potential to be used for various applications. Therefore, they have attracted more attention in recent years and several synthesis methods have been exploited. Green synthesis using plant extracts has gained popularity because it requires non-toxic solvents and moderate temperatures. Furthermore, it is environmentally friendly and uses a reducing agent that is easily accessible and biodegradable. In this review, we present recent reports concerning the capability of different plant materials for the biosynthesis of selenium nanoparticles. The synthesis conditions (temperature, time, selenium precursor, and extract concentration) are discussed in combination with the characteristics of the obtained product (composition, size, shape, stability). The application of synthesized selenium nanoparticles was briefly presented. Graphic abstract

Keywords

  • Selenium nanoparticles,
  • Plant extracts,
  • Green synthesis,
  • Antioxidant activity,
  • Applications
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