Musa Paradisiaca Peel Research Articles

Restoring Degraded Lands in Maroua I Municipality, Cameroon: Application of Veazcomutech Techniques

This study was carried out in the Sudano-Sahelian zone of Cameroon. It aims to contribute to the restoration of degraded land in the localities of Maroua I; to set up a sustainable soil restoration technique based on Vetiveria zizanioide- Azadirachta indica-eggshell and Musa paradisiaca peel; to evaluate the restoration of this land through the crop set up and to assess the state of the art of the "VEACOMUTECH" technique on an area of 103.5 m2. The method envisaged in this research is based on the new modern technique "VEAZCOMUTECH): Technique of V. zizanioide, A. indica, Musa paradisiaca and eggshell" with a view to restoring the fertility of the land and diversifying the population's sources of income by using this technique. The study was carried out in the Maroua I municipality on experimental plots at the Technical School of Agriculture. A control plot and a main plot treated with VEAZCOMUTECH were selected. The most vigorous species were chosen to measure growth and yield parameters over a three-week period. The results of this study show that the application of "VEAZCOMUTECH" on the site increases plant growth. In the first week, leaf length ranged from six (06) to fifteen (15) centimetres on average in the control plot. In the main plot where "VEAZCOMUTECH" was applied, leaf length ranged from ten (10) to thirty-two (32) centimetres during the same week. By the third week, leaf length had increased from 15 to 20 centimetres, while in the main plot, leaf length had increased from 32 to 80 centimetres. There was also a clear difference in the number of leaves at week three, with 20 and 87 leaves for the control and main plots respectively. The largest number of flower buds (23 flower buds) was observed on the plant in the main plot, compared with 2 flower buds in the control plot. These results could serve as a reference for the strategy of restoration and fertilization of degraded land in the Far North Region in particular and in the Sudano-Sahelian zone in general.

Turbidity Removal from Sullage Wastewater Using Musa paradisiaca Peels as a Natural Coagulant

The use of inorganic commercial coagulants for water and wastewater clarification has been linked to the prevalence of human health and environmental issues. Natural coagulants are currently being explored as an alternative option for replacing synthetic coagulants. This present study, examines the use of Musa paradisiaca peels as a natural based coagulant for turbidity reduction in sullage wastewater. Musa paradisiaca peels, alum and blended were used in the study as coagulants for sullage wastewater clarification. The blended coagulant was prepared by combining the Alum and Musa paradisiaca peel powder in a ratio of 1:1. The sullage wastewater used in the study had an initial concentration of 151.8 NTU and was sourced within the University premises. The batch experimental procedure to examine the effectiveness of the natural coagulant was used. The study results show that the highest turbidity removal was for alum, blended, and coagulant, from 151.8 to 1.1 NTU, 151.8 to 14.43 NTU, and 151.8 to 29.32 NTU respectively. The maximum results for the effect of contact time on the rate of turbidity removal were attained at 6 h for all coagulants. The effect of natural coagulant performance on pH medium has indicated that it favours the acidic solution. The results obtained in this study recommend the efficiency and value of Musa paradisiaca peels as coagulant. The use of Musa paradisiaca peels as a natural coagulant offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for the treatment of sullage wastewater. The use of Musa paradisiaca as a natural coagulant provides an alternative solution for replacing synthetic coagulants and overcomes health challenges associated with its usage, offers water treatment at low cost and reduces environmental issues associated with agri-food waste disposal, thereby promoting sustainable waste management.

Removal of hexachlorocyclohexane isomers from wastewater using activated carbon from Musa paradisiaca peel: Adsorption isotherms, kinetic, and thermodynamic studies

The potential usage of activated carbon from plantain peel (Musa paradisiaca) (TPPC) and unactivated carbon from plantain peel (UPPC) for the removal of Hexachlorocyclohexanes (HCHs) from water systems was investigated. The TPPC and UPPC were characterized using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Adsorption experiments were conducted as a function of adsorbent weight (2 – 10 g), temperature (30 -50 °C), and solution pH (2 - 9) under an adsorbent packed column. The Optimum removal efficiency of 98.23 % was achieved in the column studies under the following conditions: pH = 5, the dosage of adsorbent = 5 g/100 mL, temperature = 30 °C. The batch adsorption process was employed to evaluate the kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics of the adsorption processes. The equilibrium study showed that Langmuir among other isotherm models applied performed better in fitting the data. Additionally, the kinetic data was best described by the pseudo-second-order model (R2 > 0.97), indicating a chemisorption mechanism. Furthermore, the thermodynamic calculations of the adsorption process suggest that HCH adsorption was exothermic (ΔH = -110.87) and spontaneous (-ΔG).

Corrosion Inhibition by Musa paradisia ca Peel Extract for SS 304 in 1 M Hydrochloric Acid Solution

Objectives: To study the corrosion inhibition of Musa paradisiaca peel (MPP) extract for stainless steel (SS) 304. Method: The corrosion rate of stainless steel was studied by weight loss measurements in a 1 M hydrochloric acid solution at different concentrations of MPP inhibitor and at various temperatures, e.g., 298 K, 303 K, and 308 K. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to study the morphology of the films created on the stainless steel surface in various immersion media at various immersion times. Both potentiodynamic polarization (PDP) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) examined inhibition efficiency. Langmuir adsorption isotherm studied inhibitor surface adsorption SS 304. Findings: The corrosion rate and inhibition efficiency depend on the concentration of the inhibitor and the temperature. When there is an increase in the concentration of the inhibitor, inhibition efficiency increases, e.g., at 50 mg/l concentration, 77% inhibition efficiency, and at 200 mg/l concentration, 87% inhibition efficiency at 298 K. When temperature increases, inhibition efficiency decreases, e.g., at 200 mg/l concentration, 87% at 298 K, 85% at 303 K, and 83% at 308 K. Novelty: This article provides an eco-friendly corrosion inhibitor for stainless steel 304. Musa paradisiaca peel extract inhibitor was previously used for iron, mild steel, and carbon steel but was not used for stainless steel 304 in 1 M HCl. Keywords: Corrosion, Stailess stell, Inhibitor, Acid

PEMANFAATAN KULIT Musa paradisiaca DAN Musa acuminata SEBAGAI MEDIA PERTUMBUHAN Rhizopus sp. DAN Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Banana peels contains simple sugars and complex sugars which can be utilized in metabolism of microorganisms. This means that banana peels can be used as an alternative culture medium for microorganisms. Rhizopus sp. and Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a type of microbe that often found in nature, and is one type of microbe that can be used in the food and non-food industries. In general, fungi need nitrogn, carbon, vitamins and growth factors. In this research, two types of fungi were grown on the Musa paradisiaca peels (pisang tanduk) and Musa acuminata peels (pisang kepok), as well as potato dextrose agar as a control medium. Growth was observed 24, 48 and 72 hours after inoculation. The data obtained is a qualitative data and analyzed descriptively. We found that the growth results on alternative medium using M. acuminata were quite good for Rhizopus sp. and S. cerevisiae. Meanwhile, medium using M. paradisiaca more suitable for the growth of Rhizopus sp. Keywords: Musa paradisiaca peels, Musa acuminata peels, Rhizopus sp., Saccharomyces cerivisiae

Synthesis of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles coated with polyethylene glycol as potential drug carriers for cancer treatment

Current cancer treatments are not selective in delivering drugs to cancer cells, affecting healthy tissues and especially rapidly dividing cells. This work describes the development of superparamagnetic nanoparticles for drug delivery through green synthesis, mediated by Musa paradisiaca peel extract as a stabilizing and reducing agent. The nanoparticles’ structural, morphological, magnetic and chemical properties were evaluated. The XRDs showed a cubic crystal structure with the space group of Fd3m (No. 227), typical of magnetite. Through SEM and TEM, it was determined that the mean size of the nanoparticles was 11.61 nm. FTIR and EDS confirmed the successful synthesis of Fe3O4 nuclei, covered with polyethylene glycol and loaded with doxorubicin. The magnetic properties of the nanocomposites obtained were measured using VSM, evidencing a superparamagnetic behaviour with a Ms = 72.75 emu/g. Finally, MTT assays on the HeLa tumour line showed a 45.5% decrease in cell viability. The determined properties allow the application of the nanocomposite produced as a potential candidate for cancer treatment.Graphical

Advancing Green Nanotechnology: Harnessing the Bio-reducing Properties of Musa paradisiaca Peel Extract for Sustainable Synthesis of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles

A green synthesis method utilizing Musa paradisiaca peel extract as a reducing and stabilizing agent was employed to produce iron oxide nanoparticles. The synthesized nanoparticles were extensively characterized using FTIR, XRD, DLS, SEM, EDX, and TEM techniques. FTIR analysis confirmed the presence of iron metal and functional groups derived from the peel extract. XRD results indicated the presence of magnetite (Fe3O4) and/or maghemite (γ-Fe2O3) phases, signifying a high degree of crystallinity. DLS analysis provided valuable insights into the size distribution and polydispersity of the nanoparticles, revealing an average particle diameter of 43.35 nm and a polydispersity index of 0.612. SEM examination uncovered the presence of aggregated formations, where irregularly shaped nanoparticles exhibited either close packing or loose association, resulting in the formation of larger aggregates. These environmentally friendly iron oxide nanoparticles could potentially hold great promise for a variety of biological applications, including the potential for drug delivery and antimicrobial applications.

Agricultural Waste-Based Heterogeneous Catalyst for the Production of Biodiesel: A Ranking Study via the VIKOR Method

Agricultural waste-based heterogeneous catalysts are emerging as efficient and green catalysts. The present study explored the agricultural waste-based heterogeneous catalyst utilized in the production of biodiesel. The plant waste is composed of organic compounds and various metals which, on combustion, produces ashes that mainly consist of various metal carbonates and oxides. The most commonly employed approach for the solid catalyst preparation from plant materials is the calcination process, and it is performed at temperatures ranging from 300 to 1200°C. It is known that the temperature employed for calcination plays a vital role in the composition and development of the morphology of the catalyst. The variation in alkalinity, porosity, and, accordingly, the catalytic activity of the catalyst is significantly influenced by the calcination temperature. It was found that the potassium present in the form of oxide and carbonate as the main constituent in such catalysts played a significant role in delivering catalytic efficacy. Therefore, a number of agricultural waste-based catalysts were reported as efficient catalysts. The selection of the catalyst may be one of the important issues for application in large-scale biodiesel production. Thus, the present study was undertaken for the preparation of a rank list among the reported catalysts by following the VIKOR (Višekriterijumsko Kompromisno Rangiranje) multicriterion decision-making approach. In this work, the ranking study was performed considering the reported optimum reaction conditions (ORCs) of biodiesel synthesis reactions. The study was conducted strictly on the basis of the parameters, viz., catalyst concentration ( C 1 ), MTOR ( C 2 ), reaction temperature ( C 3 ), reaction time ( C 4 ), and biodiesel yield ( C 5 ). The parameters are considered good if C 1 , C 2 , C 3 , and C 4 are low or minimum and if C 5 is high or maximum. The catalyst prepared from plantain peel showed the best performance and ranked as the first one followed by Musa paradisiaca peel and cocoa pod husk catalysts which are ranked second. Thus, the VIKOR method can be useful for comparison and ranking purposes if there are a large number of data, and this may be expanded for thorough study by considering more criteria which may give more fruitful results.

Artificial neural network and response surface methodology for optimization of corrosion inhibition of mild steel in 1 M HCl by Musa paradisiaca peel extract

Banana (Musa paradisiaca) peel extract (BPE) was used as an environmentally benign corrosion inhibitor for mild steel in 1.0 M HCl. The efficiency of BPE was assessed by monitoring the pH of HCl solution and the quantity of hydrogen gas evolved during the reaction, using gasometric and thermometric methods. Moreover, the effect of concentration and temperature on the inhibition efficiency was modelled and optimized by response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN). It was observed that the evolution of hydrogen gas decreases with increasing concentration of BPE, while it increases with time for the various concentrations up till 8 min before attaining constant values. By numerical optimization of RSM, the optimum corrosion inhibition efficiency of 60.08% was obtained at 308.08 K and concentration of 7.44 g/L for gasometric method, while an optimum of 61.25% was obtained at 308 K and 7.50 g/L for thermometric method. Optimization of inhibition parameters with ANN revealed the optimum number of neurons for both gasometric and thermometric methods to be 7; while the MSE are 2.2788 and 2.7306, and R2 are 96.21 and 98.86 respectively. Comparing the performance models of RSM and ANN: for gasometric method, R2 was 98.93 for RSM and 96.21 for ANN, while for thermometric method, R2 was obtained as 95.78 and 98.86 for RSM and ANN, respectively. Both RSM and ANN have demonstrated to be robust optimization techniques; particularly, ANN was found to give a good prediction of the available small dataset.

Physical profile and chemical composition of a novel fabricated Kaolina as alternative growing media in aquaponics

The physical profile and chemical composition of growing media are vital in evaluating fish waste filtration efficiency and plant growth performance in aquaponics. The present study reported and compared the physical and chemical evaluation of the novel fabricated Kaolina, gravel, and commercially used lightweight expanded clay aggregate (LECA) as growing medias in aquaponics. Field emission scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (FESEM-EDX) was utilized to analyze the growing media's chemical composition and structural characterization. The resultant effect of these growing medias on water quality and the growth performance of Clarias gariepinus and Lactuca sativa were also reported. Kaolina exhibited an excellent physical profile (42.95 ± 1.39%) in water absorption capacity as compared to LECA (35.90 ± 1.28%) and gravel (1.97 ± 0.25%), showing a significant difference at p < 0.05. The addition of 25% w/w Musa paradisiaca peel in the fabrication of Kaolina gives an added value of 88.0% of K and 100% of P elements, which show a significant difference (p < 0.05) compared to LECA. The results obtained reveal a better daily growth rate (DGR) and relative growth rate (RGR) of L. sativa at 0.57 ± 0.02 cm day−1 and 0.21 ± 0.00 g day−1, respectively. Results indicated that the porous structure of growing media could contribute to the high-water retention capability and slow the water desorption process. Hence, it could increase the ability of the growing media to hold nutrients for plant intake, resulting in higher removal percentage of nutrients in aquaponics system. Kaolina gives the highest nutrient removal percentage of TAN (96.86 ± 1.50%), NO2− (83.56 ± 1.27%), NO3−(77.55 ± 0.48%), and PO43− (79.46 ± 0.42%). The results also shown growing media has considerable impacts on nutrient removal, which contribute to the aquaponic productions.

BONGGOL JAGUNG DAN KULIT PISANG RAJA (Musa Paradisiaca) EFEKTIF SEBAGAI ADSORBEN Fe DALAM AIR SUMUR

Well water in Kedung Sekar village which contains high levels of iron (Fe) can cause economic losses such as clogged pipes, yellow clothes and skin irritation. Utilization of waste corn cobs and Musa Paradisiaca peels as activated carbon can reduce Fe levels in water. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of activated carbon made from corn cobs and Musa Paradisiaca peels to reduce Fe content in water. This type of research is pre-experimental. Examination of Fe levels in the laboratory to determine the content before and after treatment. Treatment using a variety of doses of activated carbon 4 g, 6 g, 8 g. Data analysis used a statistical test, namely One Way Anova and compared it with the Minister of Health Regulation Number 32 of 2017 concerning Environmental Quality Standards and Water Health Requirements for Sanitary Hygiene Needs. The results showed that there was a decrease in Fe levels at a dose of 8 g for corn cobs activated carbon by an average of 0.95 mg/l or 94.36% and for Musa Paradisiaca peels activated carbon there was a decrease at a dose of 8 g of 1.56 mg/l or 90.74%. Statistical testing obtained the value of Sig. 0.000, which means that there is a difference in the decrease in iron (Fe) levels after adsorption with activated carbon from corn cobs and Musa Paradisiaca peels. The conclusion that can be formulated is that activated carbon from corn cobs and Musa Paradisiaca peels can reduce iron (Fe) levels in water. Suggestions for other researchers can use variations of activator KOH, CaCl2, NaOH to make activated carbon and check the quality of charcoal according to SNI 06-3730-1995.

Cardioprotective Effects of Aqueous Extract of Ripped Musa paradisiaca Peel in Isoproterenol Induced Myocardial Infarction Rat Model

Background: Myocardial infarction (MI) is the leading cause of cardiovascular deaths worldwide. Musa paradisiaca has been reported to contain secondary metabolites with antioxidant properties. This study investigated the possible cardioprotective effects of aqueous ripped Musa paradisiaca peel extract (MPPE) in an isoproterenol (ISO)-induced MI rat model relative to aspirin as a standard drug. Methods: The MPP was extracted in distilled water using cold extraction; thereafter, MPPE was screened for secondary metabolites using standard biochemical methods. Investigation on the acute toxicity of MPPE was done in compliance with ARRIVE guidelines. Cardioprotective effects of the extract were established using biochemical assays (ELISA technique), an electrocardiogram, and a histological examination. We analyzed the data using a graphical prism version 5.03. Results: The screening of MPPE revealed the presence of secondary metabolites, including flavonoids and phenols. The LD50 was above 5000 mg/kg. Rats administered ISO developed MI evidenced by increased cardiac troponin-I (cTn-I), pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1b , IL-6, and TNF-α), malondialdehyde, and ST segment elevation on the ECG. Further, there was a reduction in antioxidant enzymes and membrane-bound Na+/K+ATPase activities. Pre-treatment with MPP promoted restoration of cardiomyocytes with no side effect compared to aspirin. Significantly, it increased CAT, SOD, and Na+/K+ ATPase activities and decreased pro-inflammatory cytokines, MDA, and cTn-I, thereby reducing the elevation of ST-segment on the ECG to near normal. Results from the histopathological study support the cardioprotective effects of MPP. Conclusion: The MPP confers protection to the myocardium through its antioxidant and anti-peroxidation properties that act as possible mechanisms in ISO-induced MI in rat models.

Preparation and Characterization of activated carbon from agricultural waste (Musa-paradisiaca peels) for the remediation of crude oil contaminated water

In this work, acetylated plantain peels as a novel composite with high surface area and well-ordered framework of porosity was prepared. Kinetic and isotherm modelling of crude oil removal was considered as well. Batch adsorption studies were carried out with the function of oil water ratio, pH and temperature. Characterization of activated carbon was carried out to ascertain the nature of the composite prepared and its affinity to oil sorption. Surface morphology was investigated with scan electron microscope (SEM). Chemical composition of compounds was investigated using X-ray fluorescent machine while the X-ray diffraction machine (XRD) examined the crystallographic nature of the plantain peels. Salt addition techniques was employed for point zero charge analysis at ionic strengths 0.05 and 0.1 mol/dm3. The influence of pH, temperature and oil/water ratio was found to be highly significant and strongly influenced oil removal by the composite. SEM analysis showed several changes on the surface of the composite after acid treatment. XRF and XRD revealed that the raw plantain peels were highly composed of quartz. The point zero charge revealed that the surface of acetylated plantain peels was predominately positive charge at pH ranging between 4.05±0.1 and 4.07±0.1. However, the composite exhibited high adsorption efficiency at a very low pH of 5 with 90.9% of crude oil removal. Isotherm modelling revealed that the composite material was highly matched to Temkin isotherm model with maximum adsorption capacity of 50.1mg/g. The kinetic data fitted well with Bahattacharya-Venkobachor model. The regenerated biomass exhibited high performance and functionality and used successively in different adsorption activities. Therefore, acetylated plantain peel composite is an efficient, economic viable and sustainable adsorbent materials suitable in remediation of crude oil polluted water.

Chromatographic analysis of phytochemicals in the peel of Musa Paradisiaca to synthesize silver nanoparticles

This research work used Musa Paradisiaca (banana) peels as a natural solvent, assorted with the precursor AgNO3 (10 mM) to perform the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles. The phytochemical components present in the Musa Paradisiaca peel extracts were determined by gas chromatography coupled to a mass spectrometer (GC-MS), and it was possible to identify the compounds: 1.2 Ethanediol (60.0261 %) and 2.3 Butanediol (11.2 %); these -diols represent a highly reducing agent for metals, since they act as a solvent for the metal precursor behaving as a reducing agent, and facilitating the formation of nanoparticles. Likewise, the synthesized silver nanoparticles were subjected to a washing and drying treatment to be subsequently characterized by means of UV-Vis and XRD techniques, resulting in a wavelength of 411 nm, which is characteristic of these metallic nanoparticles, and achieving the identification of the face-centered cubic structure (fcc) of the metallic silver, with an average particle size of 21.8 nm according to the Debye-Scherrer equation.

Solar-active clay-TiO2 nanocomposites prepared via biomass assisted synthesis: Efficient removal of ampicillin, sulfamethoxazole and artemether from water

New solar-active nanocomposites free from toxic reagents or precious metals were developed. They were prepared from natural kaolinite clay, Na2WO4, titania, and biomass. The photocatalytic activity of the nanocomposites against two antibiotics [Ampicillin (AMP) and Sulfamethoxazole (SMX)] and an antimalarial drug [Artemether (ART)] under sunlight suggests an unusually fast photodegradation that is >90% complete in 30 min especially with the photocatalytic nanocomposite prepared from Musa paradisiaca peels (plantain peels) @ 500 °C (TZPP5). The presence of both biomass and TiO2 is essential for the effective function of the photocatalytic nanocomposites. With TZPP5, ca. 80% and ca. 50% mineralisation of AMP and SMX, respectively, was observed after 60 min. The photocatalytic reaction releases inorganic by-products (SO42-, NO3- and NH4+) at levels below WHO permissible limits for drinking water. The presence of anions reduces the efficiency of TZPP5, indicating that it releases electrons and reactive oxygen species that are also responsible for photodegradation of the drugs. However, changing concentrations of electrolyte (NaCl) do not influence its efficiency, suggesting that adsorption may not precede photocatalysis, contrary to common models. Reuse studies suggest a slight loss in photodegradation efficiency (≈6%) of the nanocomposite for AMP in the first two cycles followed by subsequent stability at 70% for subsequent cycles. This is different for SMX, which maintained ≈58% removal for all cycles after the 1st cycle. With efficient treatment of raw wastewater from an abattoir, a river, and a hand-dug well for drinking water, the photocatalytic nanocomposite shows potential for treating drinking water especially in point-of-use water treatment devices.

Comparative Study of the Corrosion Inhibition and Adsorption of Ripe and Unripe Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) Peel Extract on Zinc in 2.0M CH3COOH Acid Solution

This aim if this study was to investigate the corrosion inhibition and adsorption of both ripe and unripe Musa paradisiaca peel on zinc sheet in 2.0M CH3COOH acid solution. The corrosion inhibition study was carried out using weight loss study at temperatures of 303K, 313K and 323K. Comparatively the peel extract of the ripe Musa paradisiaca showed higher inhibition efficiency to corrosion than the unripe with tannins as the main difference in the constituents which has higher concentration of tannin in the ripe and very minute in the unripe. The inhibition efficiency of the both extracts was found to decrease with rise in temperature. The experimental data complied to the Henry, Flory-Huggins and Adejo-Ekwenchi isotherms amongst which the Henry Isotherm gave the best fit having the highest regression (R2) values for both the ripe and unripe. The positive values of ∆Hads and negative values ∆Gads revealed the endothermic nature and spontaneity of the adsorption process respectively. Through the Kinetic-thermodynamic parameters such as Ea,, ∆Hads,, ∆Sads, ∆Gads and the b parameter of the Adejo-Ekwenchi isotherm, the mechanism of adsorption was physisorption.

Biocorrosion inhibition of mild steel in crude oil-water environment using extracts of Musa paradisiaca peels, Moringa oleifera leaves, and Carica papaya peels as biocidal-green inhibitors: kinetics and adsorption studies

Biocorrosion inhibition of mild steel in the crude oil-water environment was investigated in the absence and presence of Carica papaya peel extract, Musa paradisiaca peel extract, and Moringa oleifera leaf extract as potential biocidal-green inhibitors using gravimetric, polarization, and surface analysis (Inverted metallurgical microscope and Fourier transform infra-red spectroscopy) methods. Kinetics and adsorption behaviors of the extracts were determined and evaluated. Results revealed that each of the extracts functioned as biocidal-green inhibitors in the crude oil-water environment and that biocorrosion inhibition efficiency (IE%) of each extract increased with increase in extract concentration and exposure time. Maximum IE% of 97.7, 96.5, and 99.2% was achieved with Musa paradisiaca peel extract, Moringa oleifera leaf extract, and Carica papaya peel extract, respectively, at 4000 mg/l extract concentration and 35 d exposure time. Polarization studies indicated that each of the extracts acts as a mixed-type inhibitor. Mild steel susceptibility to biocorrosion was significantly reduced by each of the extracts through biofilm development suppression and extract adsorption onto the mild steel surface which obeyed Langmuir, Freundlich, Temkin, and Flory-Huggins isotherm models. Kinetics of mild steel biocorrosion inhibition followed a Monod form of kinetics (Type A). Gibbs free energy of adsorption values for Musa paradisiaca peel extract (−9.65 kJ/mol), Moringa oleifera leaf extract (−9.57 kJ/mol), and Carica papaya peel extract (−9.71 kJ/mol) showed that each extract adsorption was spontaneous and of physical adsorption.

Deflocculating Capabilities of Musa Paradisiaca Peels Ash in Ceramics Clay Slip Preparation

Deflocculating Capabilities of Musa Paradisiaca Peels Ash in Ceramics Clay Slip Preparation

Assessment of KOH-activated unripe Musa paradisiaca peel for adsorption of copper from aqueous solution

AbstractAdsorption of copper ions out of aqueous solution by preparing activated carbon from unripe Musa paradisiaca peel (UmpP) with KOH was investigated. Estimation of the adsorption constants wa...

Therapeutic effects of gold nanoparticles synthesized using Musa paradisiaca peel extract against multiple antibiotic resistant Enterococcus faecalis biofilms and human lung cancer cells (A549)

Botanical-mediated synthesis of nanomaterials is currently emerging as a cheap and eco-friendly nanotechnology, since it does not involve the use of toxic chemicals. In the present study, we focused on the synthesis of gold nanoparticles using the aqueous peel extract of Musa paradisiaca (MPPE-AuNPs) following a facile and cheap fabrication process. The green synthesized MPPE-AuNPs were bio-physically characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, FTIR, XRD, TEM, Zeta potential analysis and EDX. MPPE-AuNPs were crystalline in nature, spherical to triangular in shape, with particle size ranging within 50nm. The biofilm inhibition activity of MPPE-AuNPs was higher against multiple antibiotic resistant (MARS) Gram-positive Enterococcus faecalis. Light and confocal laser scanning microscopic observations evidenced that the MPPE-AuNPs effectively inhibited the biofilm of E.faecalis when tested at 100μgmL-1. Cytotoxicity studies demonstrated that MPPE-AuNPs were effective in inhibiting the viability of human A549 lung cancer cells at higher concentrations of 100μgmL-1. The morphological changes in the MPPE-AuNPs treated A549 lung cancer cells were visualized under phase-contrast microscopy. Furthermore, the ecotoxicity of MPPE-AuNPs on the freshwater micro crustacean Ceriodaphnia cornuta were evaluated. Notably, no mortality was recorded in MPPE-AuNPs treated C.cornuta at 250μgmL-1. This study concludes that MPPE-AuNPs are non-toxic, eco-friendly and act as a multipurpose potential biomaterial for biomedical applications.