Biogenic Synthesis and Characterization of Bimetallic CuOZnO Nanoparticles from Plant Extracts of Ziziphus mauritiana

Abstract

The Ber plant, also known as Ziziphus mauritiana, is a medium-sized tropical fruit tree in India. It is a member of the Rhamnaceae family. Z. mauritiana's pharmacological and nutritional potential has been extensively studied. Numerous minerals, including iron, copper, zinc, potassium, calcium, and magnesium are abundant in it. This plant's edible portions are high in vitamin A, vitamin B complex, and ascorbic acid. The plant parts exhibit anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, and anti-cancer activities, according to several research. Additionally, it has been mentioned as a pharmacological agent for liver ailments, diabetes, TB, wound healing, asthma, and blood-related illnesses. Unlike leaves, which have been used as reducing and capping agents by many nanotechnologists in the synthesis of nanoparticles, bimetallic Copper-Zinc nanoparticles were made using leaves as a plant part. Pathogenic pathogens confirmed the presence of bioactive compounds in the plant that had detectable antibacterial activity against bacteria. Since they are believed to be safe for use in food products, copper and zinc nanoparticles are frequently utilized as food additives and packaging. Bimetallic Cu-Zn nanoparticles were shown to exist using UV-Visible spectroscopy and a simple visual color shift. This is the first report of the synthesis of Cu-Zn bimetallic nanoparticles from Ziziphus Mauritiana leaves, and bimetallic have been more in demand than monometallic due to their antimicrobial activity, superior optical and magnetic properties.