Nanotechnology Basics

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What is the range of dimensions typically associated with the nanoscale?

  • Between 0.1 and 10 nanometers
  • Between 0.01 and 1 nanometers
  • Between 1 and 100 nanometers (correct)
  • Between 100 and 1000 nanometers

What is the primary advantage of having an increased surface area of a material at the nanoscale?

  • More atoms can interact with other materials (correct)
  • The material becomes heavier
  • The material becomes less conductive
  • The material becomes less durable

What is the width of a single human hair in nanometers?

  • 100 nm
  • 1,000,000 nm
  • 80,000 to 100,000 nm (correct)
  • 1,000 nm

What is the definition of a nanometer?

<p>A billionth of a meter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of scientists working at the nanoscale?

<p>To utilize the unique properties of materials at the nanoscale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the father of nanotechnology?

<p>Richard Feynman (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Feynman describe in relation to nanotechnology?

<p>A process to manipulate and control individual atoms and molecules (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of nanotechnology in the energy sector?

<p>Improving the design of solar cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can nanotechnology help with water purification?

<p>By developing nanostructured filters that can remove virus cells from water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of nanotechnology in the cleanup of oil spills?

<p>Using nanoparticles' magnetic properties to separate oil from seawater (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using nanomaterials in clothing?

<p>Better protection from ultraviolet radiation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential application of nanotechnology in the food industry?

<p>Using clay nanocomposites to create impenetrable barriers to gases in food packaging (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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