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Concept information

Preferred term

nanotechnology

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information The understanding and control of matter at dimensions between approximately 1 and 100 nanometers (a nanometer is one-billionth of a meter), where unique phenomena enable novel applications. Encompassing nanoscale science, engineering, and technology, nanotechnology involves imaging, measuring, modeling, and manipulating matter at this length scale.

Broader concept

Synonyms

  • nanoengineering
  • nanofabrication technique
  • nanoscale engineering
  • nanoscale science
  • nanoscale technology
  • nanoscience

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/54320

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