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This is a lesson plan that explores how nanotechnology has impacted the design and engineering of many everyday items, from paint to fabrics. Students learn about the hydrophobic effect (the tendency of a substance to repel water). In this lesson for Grades 6-10, students learn about nanotechnology and its application in creating waterproof surfaces. They will then work in teams to develop a waterproof material and compare their results with nano waterproof materials developed recently by engineers and scientists. The driving question of the lesson: How are products re-engineered at the nano level to develop desired properties?
The lesson includes objectives and learner outcomes, problem sets, student guides, recommended reading, illustrated procedures, worksheets, and background information. Editor's Note: See Related Materials for a link to a companion lesson on waterproofing roof materials and an article from Scientific American describing how the lotus leaf inspired scientists in developing water repellant surfaces. This collection is part of TryEngineering.org, a website maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
AAAS Benchmark Alignments (2008 Version)1. The Nature of Science
1B. Scientific Inquiry
1C. The Scientific Enterprise
3. The Nature of Technology
3B. Design and Systems
4. The Physical Setting
4D. The Structure of Matter
12. Habits of Mind
12D. Communication Skills
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Scientific American: Lotus Leaf Waterproofing
This article describes how scientists have borrowed from one of nature's most water repellant surfaces (the lotus leaf) to develop inexpensive synthetic coatings. relation by Caroline Hall
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TryEngineering: Waterproof that Roof!
This closely related lesson, also from TryEngineering, explores the hydrophobic effect in roofing materials. Both are appropriate for the secondary grades. relation by Caroline Hall
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This article by Kerstin Koch, Rhine-Waal University of Applied Science, describes how surface sculptures play a key role in water repellancy. Provides an excellent explanation of how the lotus leaf surface structure acts to reduce adhesion of liquids (includes SEM image of the cellular structure). relation by Caroline HallKnow of another related resource? Login to relate this resource to it. |
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