Question

State disadvantages of nanoparticles and nanotechnology.

Write any three disadvantages of nanoparticles and nanotechnology.

Answer 1

1. Nanotechnology has raised the standard of living, but at the same time, it has increased the pollution, which includes air pollution. The pollution caused by nanotechnology is known as nanopollution. This kind of pollution is very dangerous for living organisms.
2. Nanoparticles can cause lung damage. Inhaled particulate matter can be deposited throughout the human respiratory tract and then deposit in the lungs.
3. The characteristics of nanoparticles that are relevant for health effects are size, chemical composition, and shape.