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In this activity, learners examine nanoscale structures of common things. Learners flip between macro and nanoscale images of familiar objects to learn about some ways that nanotechnology is inspired by nature. Learners also discover surprising properties at the nanoscale and new applications in nanotechnology. This activity includes print-your-own cards.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 4 - adult
- Activity, Game
- English, Spanish
Quick Guide
Subjects
- Engineering and Technology
- Computing
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Technology
- Computing
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Plants
- Animals
- Biodiversity
- Diversity of Life
- Mathematics
- Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Size and Scale
- Measurement
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Computers
- Nature and Environment
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- Creative Commons, NISE NET,
Funding Sources:
- National Science Foundation, 0532536
- National Science Foundation, 0940143
