Emerging trends in pesticides degradation strategies: traditional to modern nano approach

Due to their toxicity and durability, the extensive use of pesticides in agriculture has created major problems for both the environment and human health. The effectiveness, cost, and environmental impact of conventional pesticide-degrading methods are all disadvantages. Nanotechnology has been a promising alternative to pesticide breakdown in recent years. Special characteristics of metal oxides and metal nanoparticles (NPs) in particular include a large surface area, reactivity, and the ability to form reactive oxygen species when exposed to light. These characteristics enable the efficient degradation of many pesticides through the use of mechanisms such as adsorption and photocatalysis. This overview will cover the history of pesticide uses, traditional approaches, and technologies based on nanotechnology for pesticide degradation i.e. Photocatalytic degradation, Redox reaction, Adsorption, and Thermal degradation. Strong chemicals or conditions are occasionally required by conventional methods, which could lead to secondary contamination or incomplete breakdown. Nanotechnology, on the other hand, offers more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions because it can reuse and renew nanoparticles.