This exercise, presented by the National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network, covers the concept of nanobacteria. In this lesson, students will "calculate surface area, draw graphs, and approximate the populations of  bacteria and nanobes." Additionally, this exercise will run more smoothly if students have an understanding linear functions. Before completing this lab, students must know how to calculate the surface area of a circle, draw and label a graph, and define circumference and radius. A teacher guide, student guide, and Next Generation Science Standards for this lesson are included.