nanoparticles

[ˈnænəʊˌpɑːrtɪklz]
nounpl: nanoparticles (plural form; singular: nanoparticle)
nanopartículas
1. Extremely small particles with dimensions typically between 1 and 100 nanometers, exhibiting unique physical and chemical properties different from bulk materials
Nanoparticles are used in medicine to target cancer cells with precision.
As nanopartículas são usadas na medicina para atingir células cancerosas com precisão.
2. Particles of matter with at least one dimension in the nanometer scale, often employed in nanotechnology applications
Gold nanoparticles have applications in diagnostics and therapeutics.
As nanopartículas de ouro têm aplicações em diagnósticos e terapêutica.
3. Microscopic components used in various industrial, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles are commonly found in sunscreen products.
As nanopartículas de dióxido de titânio são comumente encontradas em produtos de protetor solar.
The term 'nanopartículas' has become increasingly prominent in Brazilian scientific discourse as the country has invested more in nanotechnology research and development. In the USA, nanoparticles are a major focus of cutting-edge research in Silicon Valley and major research universities. Both cultures recognize nanoparticles as crucial to future advances in medicine, electronics, and materials science.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
nanostructuresultrafine particlesnanomaterialscolloidal particles
Antonyms / Antônimos
bulk materialsmacroparticlesmicroparticles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
nanopartículas
Standard scientific term used in academic and industrial contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
nanopartículas
Common term in research institutions and pharmaceutical industries in the region
Portugal
nanopartículas
Identical usage in European Portuguese scientific communities
Rio de Janeiro
nanopartículas
Used in academic and research settings, particularly in UFRJ and related institutions

Related Words

nanotechnologynanoscalenanomedicinequantum dotsfullerenesnanotubes

Related Idioms & Phrases

nanotechnology revolution
at the nanoscale
nanoparticle engineering
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