The Lawrence Hall of Science
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In this activity, learners will be able to measure themselves in nanometers. A nanometer is a billionth of a meter, a unit of measurement used in nanotechnology. Learners can measure themselves using a printout of the nano ruler in the PDF, then compare that to standard measurements of themselves in inches or centimeters. Materials List:
NanorulerPDF
Topics: Mathematics, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Human Body, Engineering
Grade Level: Grades 1 - 12
Preparation Time: Under 5 minutes
Activity Time: 5 to 10 minutes
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