Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures
Over the last two decades, oxide nanostructures have been continuously evaluated and used in many technological applications. The advancement of the controlled synthesis approach to design desired morphology is a fundamental key to the discipline of material science and nanotechnology. These nanostr...
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| author | Rosana A. Gonçalves Rosimara P. Toledo Nirav Joshi Olivia M. Berengue |
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| description | Over the last two decades, oxide nanostructures have been continuously evaluated and used in many technological applications. The advancement of the controlled synthesis approach to design desired morphology is a fundamental key to the discipline of material science and nanotechnology. These nanostructures can be prepared via different physical and chemical methods; however, a green and ecofriendly synthesis approach is a promising way to produce these nanostructures with desired properties with less risk of hazardous chemicals. In this regard, ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures are prominent candidates for various applications. Moreover, they are more efficient, non-toxic, and cost-effective. This review mainly focuses on the recent state-of-the-art advancements in the green synthesis approach for ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures and their applications. The first section summarizes the green synthesis approach to synthesize ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures via different routes such as solvothermal, hydrothermal, co-precipitation, and sol-gel using biological systems that are based on the principles of green chemistry. The second section demonstrates the application of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures. The review also discusses the problems and future perspectives of green synthesis methods and the related issues posed and overlooked by the scientific community on the green approach to nanostructure oxides. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-58bc014b032344f88ff3146472dfb8dd2023-11-21T15:20:01ZengMDPI AGMolecules1420-30492021-04-01268223610.3390/molecules26082236Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> NanostructuresRosana A. Gonçalves0Rosimara P. Toledo1Nirav Joshi2Olivia M. Berengue3Department of Physics, School of Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Guaratinguetá, Sao Paulo 12516-410, BrazilDepartment of Physics, School of Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Guaratinguetá, Sao Paulo 12516-410, BrazilSão Carlos Institute of Physics, University of São Paulo, 369, São Carlos, Sao Paulo 13560-970, BrazilDepartment of Physics, School of Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Guaratinguetá, Sao Paulo 12516-410, BrazilOver the last two decades, oxide nanostructures have been continuously evaluated and used in many technological applications. The advancement of the controlled synthesis approach to design desired morphology is a fundamental key to the discipline of material science and nanotechnology. These nanostructures can be prepared via different physical and chemical methods; however, a green and ecofriendly synthesis approach is a promising way to produce these nanostructures with desired properties with less risk of hazardous chemicals. In this regard, ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures are prominent candidates for various applications. Moreover, they are more efficient, non-toxic, and cost-effective. This review mainly focuses on the recent state-of-the-art advancements in the green synthesis approach for ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures and their applications. The first section summarizes the green synthesis approach to synthesize ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures via different routes such as solvothermal, hydrothermal, co-precipitation, and sol-gel using biological systems that are based on the principles of green chemistry. The second section demonstrates the application of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanostructures. The review also discusses the problems and future perspectives of green synthesis methods and the related issues posed and overlooked by the scientific community on the green approach to nanostructure oxides.https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/26/8/2236metal oxide nanostructuresgreen synthesisZnOTiO<sub>2</sub>industrial applications |
| spellingShingle | Rosana A. Gonçalves Rosimara P. Toledo Nirav Joshi Olivia M. Berengue Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures Molecules metal oxide nanostructures green synthesis ZnO TiO<sub>2</sub> industrial applications |
| title | Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures |
| title_full | Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures |
| title_fullStr | Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures |
| title_full_unstemmed | Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures |
| title_short | Green Synthesis and Applications of ZnO and TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures |
| title_sort | green synthesis and applications of zno and tio sub 2 sub nanostructures |
| topic | metal oxide nanostructures green synthesis ZnO TiO<sub>2</sub> industrial applications |
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