By: Gizachew Diga Milki
Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Jimma University,Ethiopia
ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and composites are a focus area of research in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and material engineering. The functional properties of these nanomaterials depend on the scientific method of synthesizing and characterizing procedure. In this study, greater attention is invested on biological synthesis of ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and nanocomposite. For in vivo or in vitro study, properties, such as biocompatibility, reactivity, bio sensitivity, photosensitivity, and biodegradability are considered. Besides, the Ferrofluid and nanofluid of ZnxFe2–xO3 nanostructures are investigated for solar cells and photoconductors. More emphasis is given to the roles of nanotechnology in transforming ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles to photocatalytic activity. In addition, the impact of nanotechnology and surface effect on the photocatalytic activity of nanoparticles is discussed. Moreover, the significance of ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles is highlighted for the applications in photovoltaic and solar cells.
Key Words: Biological method, Magnetic nanoparticles, Nanosensors, Nanotechnology, photo catalytic activity.
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