Study of Structural Properties and Antibacterial Application of PVA/Ag2O Nanocomposite: ZnO Films.

Autor: Hamzah Khudair, Israa A., Obaid AL-Shiaa, Saba A., Al-Khaykanee, Mohsin K.
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Zdroj: Journal of Nanostructures; Summer2024, Vol. 14 Issue 3, p723-728, 6p
Abstrakt: A range of liquid compositions based on poly (vinyl alcohol) (PVA) and including zinc and silver oxide nanoparticles have been developed. Other consistency-forming organic components were also present in the formulations. The products' physicochemical characteristics have been ascertained. They have had their density and pH evaluated. Moreover, the compositions were also examined under a microscope and by SEM. Adding metallic nanoparticles and metal oxide enhanced the items with antibacterial qualities. Their ability to impede the growth of germs has been verified in instances involving Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and E. coli. Owing to their solidification properties, the compositions can be applied to surfaces contaminated with bacteria. Once the microorganisms are destroyed and the material solidifies, it can be separated from the dead bacterial layer by peeling off. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index