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Properties of Nano

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This program opens the door to the cutting-edge world of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Students will explore just how small a nanometer really is — a billionth of a meter — and discover why working at this tiny scale makes such a big difference in understanding the properties of matter. They’ll conduct several experiments to test the macroscale properties of various nanomaterials.

Vocabulary: Nanometer, nanoscale, nanotechnology, macroscale, observation, properties, lotus effect, hydrophobic, hydrophillic, nitinol wire 

Session Information
  • 1-hour session, times are flexible
  • One class per session, maximum 30 students per class
  • Can book multiple activities in one day
  • $460 per session (BOCES-aidable)

To request field trip dates, visit https://oepreg.bnl.gov/.

To explore programs listed in the ESBOCES Exploratory Enrichment catalog and to submit a BOCES contract request, please visit BOCES EE – Brookhaven Lab   

New York State Standards

New York State Science Learning Standards

Disciplinary Core Ideas Crosscutting Concepts Science and Engineering Practices

PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter

Patterns

Structure and Function

Scale, Proportion, and Quantity

Planning and Carrying Out Investigations

Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions

Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards

MP2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively

MP5: Use appropriate tools strategically

Number and Operations in Base Ten: Understand the place value system

Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards

Speaking and Listening Language

Comprehension and Collaboration
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

 Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

 

Contact

Workforce Development and Science Education Office
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Building 438
Upton, NY 11973-5000

About Us

Using the unique scientific tools and intellectual resources of Brookhaven National Laboratory, the Office of Workforce Development and Science Education is dedicated to preparing future scientists, engineers, technicians, and educators. Our team of scientists and science educators designs and implements workforce development and education initiatives that advance the scientific mission of Brookhaven Lab and the U.S. Department of Energy.