Nano sized Powder of Jackfruit Seed: Spectroscopic and Anti-microbial Investigative Approach

TL;DR

This study explores nano-sized jackfruit seed particles, analyzing their composition and antimicrobial properties, demonstrating their effectiveness against certain bacteria and potential as functional food ingredients.

Contribution

It provides a novel investigation into the spectroscopic characterization and antimicrobial activity of nano-sized jackfruit seed particles.

Findings

Presence of starch confirmed by FTIR and EDAX analyses.

Jackfruit seed nanoparticles effective against E. coli and B. megaterium.

Surface area analysis highlights its role in antimicrobial reactions.

Abstract

This work reports aspect related to nano-sized particles of jackfruit seed. FTIR spectrum was recorded for functional groups analysis and EDAX analysis was done to identify the various elements of the sample. Both FTIR and EDAX analysis results indicated the presence of Starch. FTIR analysis confirmed the availability of anti-microbial Sulphur derivatives compounds. Microbiology assay found that jackfruit seed nanoparticles were effective against Escherichia coli and Bacillus megaterium bacteria. This work also investigated about the dual-function of the sample i.e. food ingredients possessing antimicrobial activities. Specific surface area of bacteria analysis revealed that it played a major role while on reactions with jackfruit seed nanoparticles.