The Green Synthesis and Phytochemical Properties of Silver Nanoparticles Obtained from Eggplant †

Abstract

Green synthesis is one of the lowest energy processes for constructing nanomaterials because it is clean, safe, and cost-effective. The aim of this research is to prepare green nanoparticles using eggplant extract and then optimize and characterize these particles using different techniques. This research also includes a study of total antioxidants and their ability to scavenge free radicals. The method of green synthesis of silver nanoparticles with eggplant extract was elaborated for the first time. The best conditions for this were 1 mM of argentum nitrate. The obtained green nanoparticles possess high activity against oxidation.