2.2 - Surface Area to Volume Ratio
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of the surface area to volume ratio?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to surface area and volume as size decreases.
Why do nanoparticles have more reactivity compared to bulk materials?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between size and surface area.
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What happens to the ratio of surface area to volume as objects become smaller?
💡 Hint: Think about how much surface remains relative to space as size goes down.
True or False: Nanoparticles have lower reactivity than bulk materials.
💡 Hint: Recall the principle of exposure in chemical reactions.
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Propose a theoretical application of nanoparticles in environmental remediation. Discuss how their surface area to volume ratio would enhance their effectiveness.
💡 Hint: Consider how increased surface area can improve interactions.
Compare and contrast nanoscale materials with bulk materials in terms of their melting points. What factors contribute to differences in melting behavior?
💡 Hint: What happens to stability as size decreases?
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