Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous bio-silica nanoparticles developed from rice husks for oil spillage remediation

Key Points

• Bio-silica nanoparticles show significant potential for oil remediation, effectively absorbing oil contaminants.
• The synthesized nanoparticles exhibit mesoporous characteristics, enhancing their surface area for oil adsorption.
• Analysis involved characterization techniques, confirming the successful development of effective bio-silica nanoparticles.
• This approach may enable sustainable oil spill cleanup solutions leveraging agricultural waste resources.