Nanowires are 1D structures with a diameter in the nanometer range and a length that can extend to several micrometers. They can be made from various materials including metals, semiconductors, and polymers. Nanowires have applications in nanoelectronics, sensors, and photovoltaics due to their high aspect ratio and unique electrical properties.
Nanotubes, particularly carbon nanotubes (CNTs), are cylindrical nanostructures made of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice. They exhibit extraordinary strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal conductivity. This makes them suitable for use in composite materials, nanoelectronics, and drug delivery systems.
