How could perceptions of nanotechnology risk become amplified?
Expert Answer
The perceptions of nanotechnology risk become amplified by:
As there are more products there are more warnings and messages presented on how not to use them
When more commercially available products are launced, tests are conducted to check the safety, and the results are published defining harmful effects as well.
Standards are set by the agencies to define the safety and how to avoid risks
New risks are made public when the usage increases, which are published in news to amplify the perception of such risks