6.1.3 - Deformation
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What is deformation?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a rubber band when you pull it.
Explain what a dislocation is.
💡 Hint: Consider how breaks in a line can change its smoothness.
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What is the primary factor that influences deformation at the nanoscale?
💡 Hint: Look for what makes nanoscale materials behave so differently.
True or False: Dislocations are necessary for deformation in nanomaterials.
💡 Hint: Consider how small the structures are and how that might limit defects.
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Discuss how the limited ability of nanowires to deform affects their use in technology. Please provide examples.
💡 Hint: Think about where strength is critical in small electronic devices.
Propose a new nanomaterial that benefits from the unique properties of deformation at the nanoscale. Describe its applications.
💡 Hint: Consider industries that require materials to be both light and resistant to stress.
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