Fractured Fluorapatite Crystal
by Meckes/ottawa
Title
Fractured Fluorapatite Crystal
Artist
Meckes/ottawa
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
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Colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fractured surface of a fluorapatite, or calcium fluoride phosphate, crystal. This crystal has been grown in the laboratory for research into the use of fluorapatite as an ingredient in toothpaste to treat sensitive teeth. The fluorapatite transfers fluoride ions to tooth enamel, which is a composite of collagen and hydroxyapatite (calcium phosphate), repairing any damage. Magnification x1000 when printed at 10 centimeters wide.
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May 19th, 2021
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