Nanoparticles

Question 1

What are nanoparticles measured in

Answer 1

Nanometers - one nm is 1 000 000 000 times smaller than a meter

Question 2

Why are nanoparticles useful in reactions

Answer 2

As nanoparticles are smaller, they have SA to V ratio - more nanoparticle can be in contact with the reactant

Question 3

Nanoparticle pros

Answer 3

• Unusual properties will lead to new uses
• Preparation of catalysts
• Some have antiviral/bacterial/antifungal properties

Question 4

Nanoparticle cons

Answer 4

• More research needed
• Could penetrate skin and cause undesired effects
• Easily released into the enviroment