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International Journal of Polymer Analysis and Characterization Volume 23, 2018 - Issue 4
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Effect of sunlight on the preparation and properties of cellulose/silver nanoparticle composite films by in situ method using Ocimum sanctum leaf extract as a reducing agent

V. SadanandDepartment of Chemistry, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
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N. RajiniDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Kalasalingam University, Virudhunagar, India
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A. Varada RajuluCentre for Composite Materials, International Research Centre, Kalasalingam University, Virudhunagar, IndiaCorrespondence[email protected]
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B. SatyanarayanaDepartment of Chemistry, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
Pages 313-320 | Received 25 Jan 2018, Accepted 13 Feb 2018, Published online: 26 Mar 2018
 
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ABSTRACT

Cellulose/silver nanoparticle composite films with in situ-generated silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were prepared using Ocimum sanctum leaf extract as a reducing agent in the absence and presence of sunlight and were characterized by SEM, FTIR, XRD, and antibacterial tests. Sunlight hastened up the preparation of these composite films. The average size of the in situ-generated AgNPs was reduced by the sunlight. The antibacterial activity and other properties of the composites were enhanced by the sunlight. The cellulose/AgNP composite films with improved properties by sunlight can be considered for medical purpose as antibacterial dressing materials.

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