Nanotechnology: Applications, Ethics, and Societal Impacts Exam questions and answers
Nanotechnology: Applications, Ethics, and Societal Impacts Exam questions and answers What is nanotechnology? - Nanotechnology involves manipulating matter at the nanoscale (1-100 nm) with unique physical, chemical, and biological properties. Why does the nanoscale matter? - It exhibits dominance of quantum effects and a high surface area-to-volume ratio, increasing reactivity and enabling interactions with biological molecules. What are some unique properties of nanoparticles compared to bulk materials? - Nanoparticles can exhibit changes in magnetic, electrical, thermal, chemical, and optical behavior, including altered color, reactivity, or conductivity.
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