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Nanomaterial and Nanoparticle: Origin and Activity

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Part of the book series: Soil Biology ((SOILBIOL,volume 48))

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This chapter gives information on nanoparticle classification and their origin. The two main classes of nanoparticles are from natural and anthropogenic sources. Natural nanoparticles existed on earth since millennia from wind erosion and dust storms, volcanic activity and from biogenic sources. Recently large amounts of anthropogenic nanoparticles are being intentionally and unintentionally released into the environment. Nanoparticles are being used today as pesticides and fertilizers, for water and soil remediation. Due to their special properties compared to bulk counterparts, nanoparticles are used in today in many products. Accidental release of nanoparticles occurs from an increasing number of products that contain nanoparticles as well as a by-product of incomplete combustion as a result of automobiles and industry. Many studies show that nanoparticles are toxic to humans and animals; however, there is a lack of regulations regarding the use of nanoparticles, many being researched and patented for use in agriculture, food industry, and various consumer products.

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Buzea, C., Pacheco, I. (2017). Nanomaterial and Nanoparticle: Origin and Activity. In: Ghorbanpour, M., Manika, K., Varma, A. (eds) Nanoscience and Plant–Soil Systems. Soil Biology, vol 48. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-46835-8_3

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