nanotube
/ˈnænoʊˌtub/
noun
- A tiny, tube-shaped structure made of carbon atoms, known for being extremely strong and conductive.
- Researchers are developing nanotube-based filters that can remove salt from seawater.
- Carbon nanotubes are used to make lightweight bicycle frames that are very strong.
- A nanotube is about 50,000 times thinner than a human hair.