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  1. Fields of Study
  2. materials science
  3. materials
  4. nanomaterials
  5. nanofibers
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. technology
  3. nanotechnology
  4. nanomaterials
  5. nanofibers

Preferred term

nanofibers

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information Submicron-sized fibers with diameters typically between 50 and 500 nanometers. The very small dimension of these fibers can generate a high surface area to volume ratio, which makes them potential candidates for various biomedical and other applications.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2012

    Type: Concept definition

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Synonyms

  • nanofibres
  • nanofibrils

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/137906

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