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1 Biomaterials
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1.1 Definitions
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When do you get FDA approval?
A material is approved for a specific application and for a specific intended use. -
1.2 History of biomaterials
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What is an inert material?
An inert material invokes a reaction, but are not intended to steer regeneration or steer specific responses in the body. -
What is a degradable material
A degradable material is a substance that can be broken down into simpler components, such as water, carbon dioxide, or other natural substances, through biological, chemical, or physical processes. -
What is a bioactive material?
A bioactive material is a substance that can interact with biological systems, such as cells, tissues, or organs, to produce a specific biological response or effect. -
1.6 Fifth generation?
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What is a biomedical material?
A biomedical material is used in the body with biomedical application, so with biomedical function. -
1.7 Classes of biomaterials?
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What are the classes of biomaterials?
- Polymers & polymer properties
- Metals
- Ceramics & glasses
- Carbons
- Composites
- Polymers & polymer properties
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1.8 Natural polymers
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Where is silk composed of?
Silk is composed of aminoacids. -
What is the difference between cotton and silk?
Cotton has a complex structure when you compare it to silk. -
1.9 Synthetic polymers
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What kind of synthetic polymer is nylon?
Nylon is a polyamide -
What kind of synthetic polymer is kevlar?
Kevlar is a polyaramide
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