Abstract
Synthesis or preparation of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) with diverse shapes and sizes has been considered of high importance due to their new characteristics compared to their native counterparts. Biological synthesis or preparation of AgNPs by various biomaterials such as plants, microorganisms, and algae has been proposed as an alternative to physical and chemical modes of synthesis. Algae (micro or macro) is an alternative material for the synthesis of NPs due to fast growth, low cost, and short time for harvesting without any cytotoxicity. In addition to the presence of various bioactive ingredients such as polysaccharides, phenolic, proteins, alkaloids, and terpenoids which act as biocompatible reductants, the algal nanoparticles can be used for a broad spectrum of uses such as antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, anticancer, cosmetic, etc.
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