# Nanomaterials: An Introduction

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Nanomaterials: An Introduction

Nanomaterials are defined as functional substances with at least one dimension between 1 and 100 nm and a specific surface area by volume greater than 60 cm2/cm3. They are used in a wide range of fields, including medicine, electronics, environmental remediation, and renewable energy.

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> **[Nanomaterials: An Introduction](https://www.azonano.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=4932)**
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> Nanomaterials are any type of material of nanosized thickness, i.e. less than 100 nm in thickness. There are various types, many of which exhibit different properties than bulk materials.

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