How to Measure the Size of Nanoparticles and Why it is Important
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Determining the size of nanoparticles is one of the most important factors in the field of nanotechnology as it defines the unique characteristics of the nanomaterials that are being created for multiple new and valuable applications. Additionally, measuring the size of nanoparticles is vital to furthering our knowledge of air pollution.
Recent studies have revealed that the size of nanoparticles impacts how they move around our bodies, and, ultimately, how exposure to nanoparticles impacts our health. Here we discuss the current methods being used to measure the size of nanoparticles along with the relevance of these methodologies in the development of mano-materials and understanding the impact of air pollution on human health.