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A Comprehensive Review on Exploring the Potential of Moringa oleifera in Green Nanotechnology for Metal Oxide Synthesis

K. G. Bhore1 P. G. Khapekar2
1 2 Department of Botany, Jagdamba Mahavidyalaya Achalpur, Amravati (M S), India.

Published Online: July-August 2026

Pages: 157-164

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