Synthesis and Preparation of Nanoparticles by Using Abiotic Materials

The development of nanotechnology has led to groundbreaking innovations in the field of horticultural science, where nanoparticles play an important role as a key tool in modern research and applications. Nanoparticles show great potential in the pre- and post-harvest handling of horticultural products, promoting quality improvement, storage, and preservation. The functional properties of nanoparticles are inextricably linked to the types of raw materials and methods used in their synthesis, with nanoparticles prepared from abiotic materials being important for the treatment of horticultural products. This chapter therefore focuses on the synthesis and preparation of nanoparticles using abiotic materials, summarizing the types of abiotic nanoparticles and providing insights into the advantages and limitations of different preparation methods. In addition, the stability aspects of nanoparticles are discussed in this chapter to help horticultural scientists quickly understand nanotechnology and support its application in improving horticultural products.