Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Bioactive Compounds of Iraqi Truffle Terfezia claveryi (Ascomycetes), Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles, and Appraisal of Its Biological Activities.

Microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) is a highly selective method that reduces the time and number of solvents used, has high efficiency, and is environmentally friendly. This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant, anticancer, and antibacterial activities of Iraqi Terfezia claveryi desert truffle extract and silver nanoparticles by MAE using water and hexane as extraction solvents. Chemical compositions were identified by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry.