Elemental zinc to zinc nanoparticles: is ZnO NPs crucial for life? Synthesis, toxicological, and environmental concerns
The semi-conducting material zinc is one of the essential trace elements for humans, is a co-factor of more than 300 enzymes, and plays an important role in maintaining vital cellular functions. Deficiency of zinc may lead to cancer initiation; however, a high concentration also has toxic effects th...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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De Gruyter
2018-10-01
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| Series: | Nanotechnology Reviews |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/ntrev-2018-0067 |