to volume ratio that accelerates the
oxidation kinetics, increasing the release of silver ions and
enhancing bactericidal action compared to the same bulk
material. Hence, nanoparticulate silver has been applied
as a bactericidal agent for more than 100 years [15] and
currently is being used in a variety of products, including
textiles, cosmetics, utensils, wound dressings, ointments, food
preservation devices and air purifiers [16].