Abstract

SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF BUTYL GALLATE LOADED SILVER NANOPARTICLES BY PROBE SONICATION

Sachin Bhusari*, Pritesh Jawale and Pravin Wakte

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Abstract

In recent scientific advancements, Nanotechnology has emerged as a prominent and dynamic field of study. It revolves around the manipulation and utilization of nanoparticles, which typically possess dimensions ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers in one dimension. This field has gained substantial significance across various disciplines, including medical chemistry, atomic physics, and numerous other scientific domains. Nanoparticles have garnered widespread attention due to their minuscule size, unique properties, and their demonstrated ability to influence the performance of materials they interact with. These tiny particles can be conveniently synthesized through various methods, including chemical, physical, and biological approaches. Among these methods, the biological approach stands out as the most promising, as it is not only simpler but also environmentally friendly and less time-consuming. The synthesis process involved the utilization of probe sonication technique on an aqueous solution containing Butyl Gallate and AgNO3. Silver nanoparticles were particularly intriguing for this study due to their remarkable physical and chemical characteristics. A fixed ratio of plant extract to metal ions was meticulously prepared, and a notable color change was observed, providing strong evidence of nanoparticle formation. To characterize these nanoparticles, a comprehensive array of analytical techniques was employed, including UV-vis Spectrophotometry, FTIR (Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy), DLS (Dynamic Light Scattering), Zeta Analysis, XRD (X-ray diffraction), and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy). These analyses collectively revealed that the nanoparticles exhibited sizes within the range of 160 to 180 nanometers.

Keywords: Nanotechnology, Nanoparticles, Butyl Gallate.