15.4.8.2.2 - Emerging Contaminants
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What are emerging contaminants?
💡 Hint: Think about examples in everyday products.
Name a type of nanomaterial used for environmental clean-up.
💡 Hint: Consider materials with 'Nano' in their name.
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Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging contaminant?
💡 Hint: Think about what qualifies as newly identified environmental threats.
True or False: Nanotechnology is used for cleaning up contaminants.
💡 Hint: Remember the role of small particles in cleanup.
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Assess the potential environmental effects of untreated pharmaceuticals and suggest a comprehensive plan using nanotechnology for remediation.
💡 Hint: Consider both direct and indirect effects on ecosystems.
Design an experiment to test the effectiveness of Carbon Nanotubes in adsorbing a specified pollutant. Detail your methodology and expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Focus on control variables and measurement techniques.
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