Nanotechnology

Question 1

What is Nanotechnology?

Answer 1

It is the production, study and control of tiny particles on a nanoscale (1 to 100 nanometres).

Question 2

What can nanoparticles be used for?

Answer 2

They can be used to modify the properties of other materials, especially polymers.

Question 3

Give an example.

Answer 3

Silver nanoparticles can be used to give fibres in clothing antibacterial properties. This can help to stop your socks from smelling

Question 4

Give another example.

Answer 4

Adding carbon nanotubes to sports equipment like tennis rackets and golf clubs can make them lighter, stiffer and stronger.

Question 5

What are people worried about with nanotechnology?

Answer 5

Nanotechnology is a new science and people are worried that these new materials haven’t been thoroughly tested and could lead to health problems in the future.

Question 6

How are claims made by scientists checked before they are accepted by the scientific community?

Answer 6

Claims made by any one scientist are critically evaluated by other scientists before they are accepted by the scientific community.