Biomimetic Model Systems for Investigating the Amorphous Precursor Pathway and Its Role in Biomineralization

The role of the amorphous precursor pathway in biomineralization is examined thought they use of a biomimetic model system. the allow the examination of crystallization reactions in a well-defined environment.

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Published in:Chemical reviews 2008-11, Vol.108 (11), p.4551-4627
Main Author: Gower, Laurie B
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Biomimetic Materials - chemistry
Biomimetic Materials - metabolism
Biomimetics
Biomimetics - methods
Crystallization
Humans
Minerals
Minerals - chemistry
Minerals - metabolism
Morphology
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Summary:The role of the amorphous precursor pathway in biomineralization is examined thought they use of a biomimetic model system. the allow the examination of crystallization reactions in a well-defined environment.
ISSN:0009-2665
1520-6890
1520-6890
DOI:10.1021/cr800443h