Green Synthesis And Characterization Of Silver Nanoparticles Using Plant Extract: Evaluation Of Antimicrobial Properties And FTIR Analysis
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64252/6zwy0z15Keywords:
Iron oxide nanoparticles, Green synthesis, Antimicrobial activity, FTIRAbstract
Objective: The use of eco-friendly and cost-effective methods for nanoparticle synthesis has gained significant attention in biomedical applications. The present study focuses on the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (FeNPs) using plant extract and evaluates their antimicrobial efficacy and chemical structure via FTIR analysis.
Materials and Methods: Iron nanoparticles were synthesized using an aqueous extract of [Aquilaria malaccensis] and silver nitrate solution. The reaction was confirmed by color change and characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). The antimicrobial activity was assessed against Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus acidophilus using the agar well diffusion method.
Results: The synthesized FeNPs exhibited significant antimicrobial activity against both tested organisms. FTIR analysis revealed characteristic peaks indicating the presence of functional groups involved in nanoparticle stabilization and reduction.
Conclusion: Green synthesis of FeNPs using plant extracts presents a promising and sustainable method for producing biologically active nanoparticles with potential applications in dental and biomedical fields.
