Nature's Nanostructures

ISBN-13: 9789814316828 / Angielski / Twarda / 2012 / 604 str.

Amanda S. Barnard;Haibo Guo

Opis

Natural nanomaterials and nanotechnologies are all around us, which inevitably leads to these questions: What are these natural nanomaterials made of? Where can we find them? What can they do? Answering these questions will facilitate new and environmentally friendly ways of creating and manipulating nanoscale materials for the next generation of new technologies. A truly multidisciplinary resource, this book brings together studies from astronomy, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, geology and geophysics, environmental science, agricultural science, entomology, molecular biology, and health and provides an invaluable resource for learning how various scientists approach similar problems.

Recenzje

"At a time when we are concerned about the potential hazards of engineered nanomaterials, this book gives a timely and delightful overview of the variety of nanoparticles that exist in our environment — from noble metal nanoparticles in ore systems and nanodust in the solar system to magnetic nanoparticles in homing pigeons and photonic crystals in beetles. It is an enjoyable and a useful companion for anyone interested in knowing about the potential hazards of nanomaterials and those seeking inspiration from nature to create functional materials."
—Dr Ai Lin Chu - Senior Editor, Nature Nanotechnology

Spis treści

Preface. Naturally Occurring Inorganic Nanoparticles: General Assessment and a Global budget for One of Earth’s Last Unexplored Major Geochemical Components. Uncovering the Physical and Chemical Properties of Nanominerals and Mineral Nanoparticles. Nanostructures of Natural Iron Oxide Nanoparticles. Thermodynamic Modeling of FeS_2. 
Noble Metal Nanoparticles in Ore Systems. Diamondoids. Role of Nanopores in Regulating Reactivity and Transport of Uranium in Subsurface Sediments. Biomineralization of Natural Nanomaterials. Magnetic Nanoparticles in Magnetosomes. Nanoscale Magnetoreceptors in Birds. Nucleation and Growth of Biomaterials: the Role of Simulations for Understanding. Photonic Crystals in Beetles. Nanoparticles That Are Out of This World. Large Molecules and Nanograins in Space. Nanoparticles in the Solar System. Formation and Growth of Atmospheric Aerosol Particles. Engineered Nanoparticles and the Environment: Inadvertently and Intentionally Produced. Ultrafine Particles on and Near Roadways. Allophane and Imogolite Nanoparticles in Soil and Their Environmental Applications. Transformation of Engineered Nanostructures in the Natural Environment.