Cool New Materials in Nanotechnology
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Crystals: What's so important about silicon? Solar Cells & Quantum Dots: Learn how nanotechnology is involved in creating new sources of energy. Carbon Nanotubes: Carbon nanotubes may look like nano-sized chicken wire, but they are 100 times stronger than steel! Buckyballs - Nano Soccer: Buckyballs are tiny molecules that look like soccer balls, but 10 septillion times smaller! Tiny Cages for Light: Nanotechnology is being used to create very tiny particles that have great fluorescent properties. Liquid Armor: Can nanotechnology help to protect soldiers in combat? Maybe some day. Stain Resistant Fabric: New materials that repel water and self-clean are being used in everyday items |
