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Iridescent Art
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This is a quick activity (on page 2 of the PDF under Butterfly Wings Activity) that illustrates how nanoscale structures, so small they're practically invisible, can produce visible/colorful effects.

Exploring Materials: Thin Films
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In this activity, learners create a colorful bookmark using a super thin layer of nail polish on water. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors.

Rainbow Film
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In this activity, learners use clear nail polish to create a beautiful iridescent pattern on black paper. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors.

Balloon Nanotubes Tabletop
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This activity introduces learners to the structure and properties of carbon nanotubes.

Exploring Materials: Nano Gold
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In this activity, learners discover that nanoparticles of gold can appear red, orange or even blue. They learn that a material can act differently when it’s nanometer-sized.

Nanoparticle Stained Glass
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In this activity/demo, learners are introduced to the connection between medieval stained glass artisans and nanotechnology.

Crystal Packin' Mama
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In this activity, learners investigate the basic crystal structures that metal atoms form.

What is Nanotechnology?
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In this activity related to nanotechnology, learners observe some of the effects that result from creating a thin layer of material several nanometers thick.

Horton Senses Something Small
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In this story time program, young learners listen to the Dr.

Molecular Gastronomy: Use Self-Assembly to Make a Dessert Topping
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Molecular gastronomy is the scientific study of food preparation. Learners use self-assembly techniques to create edible capsules of chocolate syrup (food grade ingredients are required).

Space Elevator
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In this activity, learners imagine what the world might look like if we could build an elevator to space!

Waterproof that Roof!
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In this activity, learners explore how engineers have improved roofing designs and materials in order to protect the contents of buildings.