Nanotechnology

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts related to nanotechnology, including definitions and significant implications in various fields.

Nanotechnology

The study of manipulating matter on an atomic scale, typically on the scale of 1 to 100 nanometers.

Nanometer

A unit of length in the metric system equal to one billionth of a meter (10^-9).

Nanoscale

Refers to structures sized between 1 to 100 nanometers.

Manipulation of Matter

The process of controlling the properties and behavior of materials at an atomic level.

Interdisciplinary

Involving two or more academic, scientific, or artistic disciplines.

Nanomaterials

Materials that have at least one dimension at the nanoscale, often exhibiting unique properties.

Richard Feynman

A physicist who presented the concept of nanotechnology in 1959.

Fullerene (C60)

A carbon allotrope discovered in 1985, instrumental in the development of nanotechnology.

Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM)

A device that enables imaging and manipulation of matter at the nanoscale.

Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

A type of scanning probe microscope used to measure surface forces and topography at the nanoscale.

Bottom-up Fabrication

A manufacturing approach that builds materials from atomic or molecular components.

Top-down Fabrication

A method that involves cutting down larger materials to create nanoscale products.

Nanolithography

Techniques used to produce nanoscale patterns for manufacturing purposes.

Chemical Vapor Deposition

A process used to produce thin films of materials by chemical reactions.

Self-assembly

A process in which components spontaneously organize into structured arrangements.

Antibacterial Nanoparticles

Nanoscale materials used to inhibit the growth of bacteria, often used in medical applications.

Toxicity of Nanomaterials

Refers to the potential harmful effects of nanoscale materials on health and the environment.

Nanostructures in Nature

Natural structures at the nanoscale that contribute to the properties of organisms, such as colors in butterfly wings.

Applications in Healthcare

Nanotechnology used in medicine for targeted drug delivery, diagnostics, and treatment.

Environmental Impact

The effects that nanotechnology products can have on ecosystems and human health.

Nanotechnology in the Philippines

Potential applications of nanotechnology in ICT, health, energy, food, and environment sectors.

Electronics and Nanotechnology

The use of nanoscale materials to create smaller, more efficient electronic devices.

Bio-active Nanostructures

Nanomaterials designed to interact with biological systems, enhancing medical treatments.

Nano-silver

Nanoparticles of silver used for their antimicrobial properties.

Nanotubes

Cylindrical nanostructures that exhibit exceptional strength and electrical conductivity.

Social and Ethical Considerations

Issues regarding who benefits from nanotechnology and its implications for society.

Regulatory Challenges

The need for specific regulations governing the use of nanotechnology in products.

Sustainable Development Challenges

Global issues that may be addressed with the help of nanotechnology solutions.