5 Questions
What is the defined range for at least one dimension of matter in nanotechnology?
1 to 100 nanometers
Which of the following becomes important at the nanoscale?
Quantum mechanical effects
What is the earlier description of nanotechnology focused on?
Manipulating atoms and molecules for fabrication of macroscale products
Which fields of science are included in the broad definition of nanotechnology?
Organic chemistry and molecular biology
What do scientists currently debate about nanotechnology?
Its future implications
Learn about the definition of nanotechnology as the manipulation of matter at the nanoscale, and how properties of matter change at this scale due to increased surface area and quantum effects. Explore the inclusive nature of nanotechnology encompassing all types of research and technologies that deal with these special properties.
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