Green Synthesis, Characterization, And Antimicrobial Activities Of Manganese Dioxide And Cobalt Oxide Nanoparticles From Blumea Lacera Leaf Extract

Abstract

The eco-friendly preparation of nanoparticles is a groundbreaking advancement in nanotechnology. The current study centers on a straightforward, efficient, and quick method for producing manganese dioxide and cobalt oxide nanoparticles and examining their anti-microbial properties. When leaf extract was added to potassium permanganate and cobalt chloride solutions, a color shift in the reaction mixture indicated the creation of nanoparticles. The manganese dioxide and cobalt oxide nanoparticles were analyzed using UV-vis spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and X-ray Diffraction techniques. The manganese dioxide and cobalt oxide nanoparticles prepared were spherical and had an average size of 5-10nm. Manganese dioxide and cobalt oxide nanoparticles were evaluated using an in vitro approach to demonstrate their anti-microbial activities. The current study explores new possibilities for enhancing medicinal applications by producing manganese dioxide and cobalt oxide nanoparticles using blumea lacera leaf extract for different health conditions. It also seeks to highlight the anti-microbial properties of medicinal plants to raise awareness among scientists and enhance the value of resources.