Comparison of Antimicrobial, Antioxidant and Anticancer Activities of ZnO Nanoparticles Prepared by Lemon Juice and Citric Acid Fueled Solution Combustion Synthesis

Key Points

• Zinc oxide nanoparticles exhibit significant antimicrobial activity, with enhanced effects noted based on the synthesis method.
• The antioxidant activity of these nanoparticles varies, revealing potential health benefits with specific applications.
• Using lemon juice for synthesis produced zinc oxide nanoparticles with superior anticancer activity compared to citric acid-based methods.
• Implications suggest these findings may support the development of effective nanomedicine strategies utilizing specific synthesis methods.