Nanotechnology Overview in Cosmetics

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<p>Electron microscope = It is the study of things in order to know more about them. Science = A powerful instrument that enlarges tiny images. Technology = It is the application of science in order to solve a problem. Nanoscopic = It describes something which is a billionth of a meter in size.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>At the nanoscale, scientists are able to study and learn how atoms and molecules actually work. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nanoscience studies how things work at the nanoscale. Nanotechnology uses this knowledge from science to create useful tools or products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>change, behave, surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gold become chemically active. Carbon become super hard in nanotubes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Electromagnetic force (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>electron microscopes, see, manipulate</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Materials and products based on nanotechnology are already in use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>dense structure, bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moore's Law describes the trend of increasing computing power, and nanotechnology helps make smaller and more efficient electronic components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>E. Coli bacteria use a tiny nanotech tail to move.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bill Clinton = He initiated the NNI, the US federal government program for the science, engineering, and technology research and development for nanoscale projects. Eric Dexler = He published a book that popularized the potential of molecular nanotechnology. Richard Feynman = He came up with the concept that atom and molecules could be manipulated. Norio Taniguchi = He coined the term &quot;nanotechnology&quot; for studying atoms and molecules at the nanoscale. Eric Pexler = He is a nanoscientist who is considered the &quot;father of&quot; carbon nanotubes. Sumio lijima = He published a book that popularized the potential of molecular nanotechnology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Although the technological advances of the 20th century changed our world, those of the 21st century will bring even greater change. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Its complexity could make it difficult to fully understand and control its effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Optimistic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The author mentions that the benefits of nanotechnology will come in the future, but it is already having a positive impact. Nanotechnology will influence every area of technology and science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Safety and potential toxicity of nanotechnology in products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improve product performance and functionality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The manipulation of matter on an atomic scale.

The study of materials and systems at the nanoscale.

The application of scientific knowledge to solve problems.

An instrument to magnify tiny images using electrons.

Refers to measurements in billionths of a meter.

The scale at which unique properties of materials emerge.

The dominant force affecting atoms on the nanoscale.

Strong structures made of carbon atoms bonded in a tube form.

The observation that computing power doubles approximately every two years.

Types of electron microscopes for manipulating nanoscale atoms.

Potential safety and environmental risks of nanoscale products.

Enhancement of product performance and functionality.

E. coli bacteria with a nanotech tail for movement.

Proposed manipulating atoms and molecules.

Coinded the term 'nanotechnology'.

Popularized molecular nanotechnology through his publications.

Considered the 'father of' carbon nanotubes.

Initiated the NNI for nanoscale research support.

Belief that benefits will emerge in various fields.

Concerns about complexity and potential hazards.

Vision of future advancements from nanotechnology.

Fears regarding the uncontrolled effects of nanotech.

Different physical and chemical behaviors observed at nanoscale.

Chemical and physical reactions that happen at a material's surface.

Many current materials and cosmetics use nanotech advancements.

Adjusting and controlling atoms and molecules for use.