Crystallization of an inorganic phase controlled by a polymer matrix

An example of a synthetic process that produces composite materials analogous to those produced by natural mineralization is discussed. Inorganic phase crystallization controlled by a polymer matrix is described.

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Published in:Nature (London) 1991-01, Vol.349 (6307), p.315-317
Main Authors: Bianconi, Patricia A, Lin, Jun, Strzelecki, Angela R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biomedical materials
Biomimetics
Bones
Chemistry
Complementarity
Composite materials
Crystal structure
Crystallization
Crystallography
Crystals
Mineralization
Minerals
Morphology
Nucleation
Particulate composites
Polymer matrix composites
Polymers
Reagents
Scanning electron microscopy
Solvation
Synthetic products
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Summary:An example of a synthetic process that produces composite materials analogous to those produced by natural mineralization is discussed. Inorganic phase crystallization controlled by a polymer matrix is described.
ISSN:0028-0836
1476-4687
DOI:10.1038/349315a0