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21. Consider the statements with respect to Nanotechnology –
1. Nanoparticles have the size in the range of 10-3 – 10-6 meter.
2. Nano silver is anti-microbial agent but can result in soil contamination.
Choose the correct option

A
Only 1
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Only 2
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Both 1 and 2
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B Only 2
1. Nanometer = 10(-9) meter, so particles are of this range
2. Friends of the Earth has also claimed that silver nanoparticles have a toxic effect on different kinds of living cells.
3. Nano silver: antimicrobial agent, but dangerous to soil contamination.

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