Practice Nano-technology In Preservation (2.9.2) - Testing of Timber - Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation

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Question 1.
What is nanotechnology?
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Think about the scale of materials used.
Question 2.
Name one benefit of using nanoparticles in wood preservation.
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Consider how substances can flow and spread.
3Question 3.
What is nanotechnology primarily concerned with?
- Manipulation of matter on a large scale
- Manipulation of matter on a molecular scale
- Manipulation of matter on a macro scale
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Think small, very small.
4Question 4.
True or False: Nanotechnology can provide long-lasting action for timber preservation.
- True
- False
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Consider the effectiveness of treatments.
Question 5.
Design an experiment to compare the efficacy of traditional wood preservatives with nano-based preservatives.
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Think about how you'd set up a fair test to measure results.
Question 6.
Evaluate the potential environmental risks associated with widespread use of nanoparticles in timber preservation.
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Consider both sides of nanotechnology's impact on the environment.

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