Several thermal properties are of particular interest in nanotechnology:
Thermal Conductivity: The ability of a material to conduct heat. Nanomaterials like carbon nanotubes and graphene exhibit exceptionally high thermal conductivity. Specific Heat Capacity: The amount of heat required to change the temperature of a unit mass of the material by one degree Celsius. This property can be significantly altered at the nanoscale due to quantum confinement effects. Thermal Expansion: The tendency of a material to expand upon heating. Nanomaterials often exhibit reduced thermal expansion due to their confined dimensions. Thermal Stability: The ability of a material to retain its properties at elevated temperatures. Nanomaterials can offer improved thermal stability due to their unique structural properties.
