Biomineral mesostructure

Gilbert, Pupa U. P. A.

doi:10.1557/s43577-023-00479-7

Title: Biomineral mesostructure

Journal Article · 06 March 2023 · MRS Bulletin

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1557/s43577-023-00479-7 · OSTI ID:1968507

Abstract Biominerals formed by animals are most frequently calcium carbonate or phosphate polycrystalline materials with complex hierarchical structures. This article will focus on the 10-nm–10-µm scale, termed “mesoscale,” at which the “mesostructure” differs greatly across biominerals, is relevant to their mechanical properties, and reveals formation mechanisms in sea urchin teeth, mollusk shell prisms and nacre, human enamel, and coral skeletons. This article will conclude by focusing on important unanswered questions to inspire future research. Graphical abstract

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Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES)

Grant/Contract Number:: FG02-07ER15899; AC02-05CH11231

OSTI ID:: 1968507

Alternate ID(s):: OSTI ID: 2293528

Journal Information:: MRS Bulletin, Journal Name: MRS Bulletin Journal Issue: 4 Vol. 48; ISSN 0883-7694

Publisher:: Cambridge University Press (CUP)Copyright Statement

Country of Publication:: United States

Language:: English

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