Green synthesis of monodisperse silver nanoparticles using hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose

- Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose is reported.
- HPMC and glucose are used as capping agent and reducing agent respectively.
- It is the first time to use HPMC for synthesis of silver nanoparticles.
- The small, spherical and well-dispersed particle is observed in the range of 3-17 nm.
- The green method can be extended to other noble metals.