Smaller components are applied in various fields such as:
- Medicine: Nanoparticles are used in drug delivery systems to target specific cells and tissues, minimizing side effects. - Electronics: Nanowires and nanotubes are utilized in the development of smaller, faster, and more efficient electronic devices. - Energy: Nanostructured materials are employed in the creation of more efficient solar cells and batteries. - Environmental Science: Nanoparticles are used for water purification and pollutant detection.