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A Critical Survey of BiomineralizationChemistry and Minerals

A Critical Survey of Biomineralization: Chemistry and Minerals [Biominerals are minerals which are formed in an organism under the control of genes; these genes encode matrix components or proteins needed for enzymatic activity, trafficking, or other cellular activities. They often differ from the thermodynamically most stable form that is found in the non-biological environment. The formation of biominerals needs catalysis by the living organism. Often it is not possible to prepare them in vitro. Most biominerals are found in a microcrystalline state but amorphous states are also observed.] http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png

A Critical Survey of BiomineralizationChemistry and Minerals

Part of the SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology Book Series
Engel, Jürgen
Springer Journals — Nov 5, 2016
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Springer International Publishing
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© The Author(s) 2017
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978-3-319-47710-7
Pages
5 –6
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-47711-4_2
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Abstract

[Biominerals are minerals which are formed in an organism under the control of genes; these genes encode matrix components or proteins needed for enzymatic activity, trafficking, or other cellular activities. They often differ from the thermodynamically most stable form that is found in the non-biological environment. The formation of biominerals needs catalysis by the living organism. Often it is not possible to prepare them in vitro. Most biominerals are found in a microcrystalline state but amorphous states are also observed.]

Published: Nov 5, 2016

Keywords: Calcium Phosphate; Calcium Carbonate; Diatomaceous Earth; Amorphous State; Mollusk Shell

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