Silver nanoparticle synthesis via microwave irradiation
Date of Publication
2006
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
College
College of Science
Department/Unit
Chemistry
Thesis Adviser
Nikko P. Quevada
Defense Panel Chair
Nancy Llanos
Defense Panel Member
Julita Robles
Wyona C. Patalinghug
Abstract/Summary
Preparation of Ag nanoparticles through solution-phase chemical reduction of AG metal salts via microwave irradiation. Nanophase Ag particles were synthesized using polyacrylic acid (PAA) and water as solvent. Experimental parameters, which include heating time, heating power, salt concentration, and molar ratio of reducing agent to Ag nirate, were optimized in cases where Ag nanoparticles were successfully synthesized. The use of PAA and sodium borohydride (NaBH4) with water as solvent led to the synthesis of Ag nanoparticles in the range of about 10-100 nm. The Ag nanoparticles produced were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and UV-Vis spectrophotometry.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU17521
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
viii, 59 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Keywords
Nanoparticles
Recommended Citation
Pucolangas, J. A., & Tan, K. A. (2006). Silver nanoparticle synthesis via microwave irradiation. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/8508
