introduction to nanotechnology module 5 forces and interactions

Introduction to Nanotechnology

Module 5

Forces and Interactions

What are some forces and interactions that influence material?

What are some forces and interactions that influence material?

•Electrostatic•Magnetic•Gravitational•Weak force (nuclear)•Strong force (nuclear) •Thermal•Vibration•Adhesion•Surface tension•Brownian•Friction•Chemical (ionic, covalent, metallic)•Hydrogen bonding•van der Waals •Quantum

Which forces and interactions are most important at different size scales? Why?

Which forces or interactions are most important at different size scales? Why?

Sub Nano   Nano Micro Macro/micro Macro

Quantum

Weak force

Strong force

Electrostatic

Van der Waals

Brownian

Vibration

Chemical

Quantum

Electrostatic

Thermal

Van der Waals

Brownian

Vibration

Surface tension

Chemical

Gravity

Friction

Thermal

Electrostatic

Gravity

Friction

Thermal

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