Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Nanotechnology is also called atomic engineering.
  2. Nanotechnology is useful in destroying tumors of cancer.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

  1. Only (1)

  2. Only (2)

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. Neither (1) nor (2)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

(1) Nanotechnology is also called carbon engineering. (2) Yes, nanotechnology is useful in destroying tumors of cancer. A nanoshell of 100 nm diameter floating through the body will be able to get attached only to cancerous cells, which, upon excitation by a laser beam, will dissipate heat and destroy the tumor.

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