Activity.Lecture 11 and Lecture 12

What field is NOT typically associated with nanotechnology?

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Astrology

Science, engineering, and technology conducted at the nanoscale

Which ethical issue involves the idea of a “nano divide”?

• Environmental risks

• Unequal access to nano-enhanced capabilities

• Technical manufacturing difficulties

• Political instability

What challenge in nanotechnology concerns mass production of components like nanowires?

• Ethical dilemma

• Knowledge barrier

• Technical barrier

• Social dilemma

Nanotechnology operates on the scale of meters to kilometers.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Nanotechnology can be used in fields such as medicine, energy, and environmental science.

• FALSE

• TRUE

Which is an example of a nanotechnology application?

• Building bridges

• Wrinkle-free clothing

• Writing essays

• Harvesting rice

What is the size range that defines the nanoscale?

• 1 to 10 millimeters

• 1 to 100 micrometers

• 1 to 100 nanometers

• 1 to 100 centimeters

Smart dust refers to visible and large sensors used in agriculture.

• FALSE

• TRUE

Nanosensors can affect privacy due to their potential to monitor invisibly.

• TRUE

• FALSE