| Edition |
Second edition. |
| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations (some color). |
| Series |
--For dummies |
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--For dummies.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
pt. 1. Nanotechnology basics -- pt. 2. Nano applications -- pt. 3. Nanotechnology and people -- pt. 4. The part of tens. |
| Summary |
The world of nanotechnology is ever changing and evolving; this fun and friendly guide demystifies the topic for anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes affect our everyday lives. The authors begin with explaining the background of nanotechnology and then examine industries that are affected by this technology. Aiming to educate and simultaneously dispel common myths, the book explores the many nanotechnology-enabled consumer products available on the market today, ranging from socks to face lotion to jet skis to floor cleaners, to name a few. |
| Note |
Description based on print version record. |
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GMD: electronic resource. |
| Subject |
Nanotechnology.
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SCIENCE -- Nanoscience.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Nanotechnology & MEMS.
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| Added Author |
Muir, Earl.
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Dudley, Desiree.
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Peterson, Christine.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Boysen, Earl. Nanotechnology for dummies. 2nd ed. Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, 2011 (DLC) 2011932269 |
| ISBN |
9781118136874 electronic bk. |
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111813687X electronic bk. |
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9781118136881 electronic bk. |
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1118136888 electronic bk. |
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9781118136867 electronic bk. |
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1118136861 electronic bk. |
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0470891912 (pbk : alk. paper) |
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9780470891919 |
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