The term 'Nano-technology' was first used by –

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
The term 'Nanotechnology' was first used by Norio Taniguchi in 1974. He used it to describe processes at the atomic and molecular scale for precision manufacturing.
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1. Nanotechnology involves manipulating matter on a nanoscale (1-100 nm).
2. Applications:
· Medicine (drug delivery systems).
· Electronics (nano transistors).
· Environment (water purification).
3. Recent advances in nanotechnology focus on developing sustainable energy solutions.