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Nanoconcepts and Simulations

Nanoconcepts represent self-contained instructional materials focusing on the key ideas in nanoscale science and engineering (NSE) and their applications. Each Nanoconcept contains a general user introduction, main concept, notes, images and/or simulations. A usage guide and connections to general science concepts is also provided to aid integration into the classroom.
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Cube Building - Interactive Computational Animations on Nanomaterials

 

This animation introduces the importance of surface area to volume ratio in nanoconcept. As bigger cubes are build, the SA/V ratio decreases. Smaller particles have higher SA/V ratio, which is an importance property for many chemical processes.

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OVERVIEW:

This animation introduces the importance of surface area to volume ratio in nanoconcept. As bigger cubes are build, the SA/V ratio decreases. Smaller particles have higher SA/V ratio, which is an importance property for many chemical processes.

This animation can be used in a math class (algebra or geometry) as an introduction to SA or volume and an introduction to ratios. It can be used as an activity for teaching student about surface area and volume calculations of a cube.

REQUIRED SKILLS : None

CLASS: Junior High Mathematics

APPROXIMATE TIME: 20 min - 45 min

 

 

 

Author(s):
Prof. Richard D. Braatz,
Li May Goh,
Effendi Rusli,
John A. Washington,
Jorge Pazmino,
Seyeong Im,
Mitsuko Fujiwara

Institution:
University of Illinois
at Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL USA

Author(s):
Valerie Maynard

Institution:
Northwestern University, IL USA

Level:
Junior High Mathematics