Nano+Nerds


 * Nanotechnology **  By: Annmarie Idichandy, Christine Forrest, Palvashe Jamali
 * __ Definition __**
 * Nanotechnology is the __study__ and __application__ of miniscule objects which can be applied into multiple fields: Science - biology, chemistry; Industrial - primary, manufacturing, service; etc.


 * __Applying Nanoparticles into Daily life__ **
 * Silver nanoparticles are built into water purifiers to cleanse out unwanted bacteria and wastes.
 * Scientists are still trying to insert silver nanoparticles into foods, but are uncertain about the effects of it on human health and the environment. However, research centers are investigating how silver nanoparticles will coincide and help produce a more cleansed and longer lasting food product.
 * __Medical instruments__ have a coating of silver nanoparticles on them which destroy bacterial cells when coming into contact and stayed contained for a range of 1 hour to 3 hours.




 * __ Uses of Silver Nanoparticles in our Daily Lives __**
 * There are multiple uses for nanotechnology in the world around us, and one use is in the medical field. Nanotechnology is used to treat __cancer patients__, assist fight cancer cells, and prevent damage to healthy cells.
 * With the ever-advancing technology in this century, nanotechnology may be able to __upgrade__ the agricultural and food industry by enhancing treatments that will alleviate diseases, create swift virus exposure, and assist plants in growth.
 * Nanoparticles __help__ to create a better working device while keeping the objects smaller.




 * __ Drawback of Nanotechnology __**
 * Nanoparticles can cause __skin__ irritation if ingested and cause harm to the health and beneficial bacteria in __your__ system.



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