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Explore the World of the Small: Measuring in Nanometers

Explore the World of the Small: Measuring in Nanometers

Students learn that nanometers are units of length that are essential for measuring objects of the extremely small nano-world. They become aware of the relative size of a nanometer and discover some objects that are measured in this small unit.

Explore the World of the Small: Measuring in Nanometers is part of the STEM2D Student Activity Series. The content and layout were both developed by the Smithsonian Science Education Center as part of Johnson & Johnson's WiSTEM²D initiative (Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Manufacturing, and Design), using a template provided by FHI 360 and JA Worldwide. This series includes a suite of interactive and fun, hands-on activities for girls (and boys), ages 5-18, globally.