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Which strength measures a material's ability to withstand bending loads?
Which strength measures a material's ability to withstand bending loads?
Fracture Toughness is a measure of a material's ability to resist crack propagation.
Fracture Toughness is a measure of a material's ability to resist crack propagation.
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What is the term used to describe the maximum stress a material can withstand while being compressed?
What is the term used to describe the maximum stress a material can withstand while being compressed?
Compressive Strength
The ratio of stress to strain in the elastic deformation region is known as ______.
The ratio of stress to strain in the elastic deformation region is known as ______.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which property makes zirconia a desirable material for orthopaedic implants?
Which property makes zirconia a desirable material for orthopaedic implants?
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Alumina is known for its high wear properties and biocompatibility.
Alumina is known for its high wear properties and biocompatibility.
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What type of carbon is widely utilized for implant fabrication?
What type of carbon is widely utilized for implant fabrication?
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Zirconia has a melting temperature that is significantly higher than that of __________.
Zirconia has a melting temperature that is significantly higher than that of __________.
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Match the following materials with their key characteristics:
Match the following materials with their key characteristics:
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Which material has bending strength and fracture toughness that is 2-3 times greater than alumina?
Which material has bending strength and fracture toughness that is 2-3 times greater than alumina?
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Elastic modulus is also referred to as bending strength.
Elastic modulus is also referred to as bending strength.
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Fracture toughness measures the energy required to __________ a crack.
Fracture toughness measures the energy required to __________ a crack.
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What is the primary characteristic of non-inert bioceramics?
What is the primary characteristic of non-inert bioceramics?
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Bioactive glass is an example of a natural resorbable bioceramic.
Bioactive glass is an example of a natural resorbable bioceramic.
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What is one synthetic example of a resorbable bioceramic?
What is one synthetic example of a resorbable bioceramic?
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Hydroxyapatite has a similar mineral composition to that of ________.
Hydroxyapatite has a similar mineral composition to that of ________.
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Which of the following is a natural bioceramic?
Which of the following is a natural bioceramic?
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What is the chemical formula of Hydroxyapatite?
What is the chemical formula of Hydroxyapatite?
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Match the following materials with their type:
Match the following materials with their type:
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The __________ in resorbable bioceramics must be processed through normal metabolic pathways.
The __________ in resorbable bioceramics must be processed through normal metabolic pathways.
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What is the elastic modulus of enamel?
What is the elastic modulus of enamel?
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Dentin has a higher elastic modulus than compact bone.
Dentin has a higher elastic modulus than compact bone.
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What are the primary components of hard tissues such as bone and dental enamel?
What are the primary components of hard tissues such as bone and dental enamel?
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Biocoral is transformed into hydroxyapatite by a chemical exchange reaction with __________ under hydrothermal conditions.
Biocoral is transformed into hydroxyapatite by a chemical exchange reaction with __________ under hydrothermal conditions.
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Match the following materials with their elastic modulus values:
Match the following materials with their elastic modulus values:
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Which factor influences the degradation rate of ceramics by increasing surface area interaction with the environment?
Which factor influences the degradation rate of ceramics by increasing surface area interaction with the environment?
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Single crystal ceramics degrade more quickly than polycrystalline ceramics due to having more grain boundaries.
Single crystal ceramics degrade more quickly than polycrystalline ceramics due to having more grain boundaries.
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What effect does a high amount of water have on the degradation rate of ceramics?
What effect does a high amount of water have on the degradation rate of ceramics?
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Ceramic degradation is encouraged in areas with high mechanical __________.
Ceramic degradation is encouraged in areas with high mechanical __________.
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Match the following factors with their effect on degradation rate:
Match the following factors with their effect on degradation rate:
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What is the purpose of controlled crystallization?
What is the purpose of controlled crystallization?
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A composition of 60% SiO2 in bioactive glass is considered very bioactive.
A composition of 60% SiO2 in bioactive glass is considered very bioactive.
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What film layer must be formed simultaneously for bioglass to bond with bone?
What film layer must be formed simultaneously for bioglass to bond with bone?
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Bioglass has a composition of 45 wt% SiO₂, 24.5 wt% CaO, 24.5 wt% Na₂O, and ______________.
Bioglass has a composition of 45 wt% SiO₂, 24.5 wt% CaO, 24.5 wt% Na₂O, and ______________.
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Match the following ceramics with their primary applications:
Match the following ceramics with their primary applications:
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What effect can small changes in the composition of a biomaterial have?
What effect can small changes in the composition of a biomaterial have?
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Bioactive ceramics have minimal biological interaction.
Bioactive ceramics have minimal biological interaction.
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Identify one type of glass ceramic besides Bioglass.
Identify one type of glass ceramic besides Bioglass.
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Bioglass can bond with bone in approximately __________ days.
Bioglass can bond with bone in approximately __________ days.
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Which property is NOT characteristic of bioactive ceramics?
Which property is NOT characteristic of bioactive ceramics?
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Inert ceramics have high biocompatibility but minimal biological interaction.
Inert ceramics have high biocompatibility but minimal biological interaction.
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What is the tensile strength range of alumina?
What is the tensile strength range of alumina?
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Bioactive glasses with less than __________% SiO₂ are considered very bioactive.
Bioactive glasses with less than __________% SiO₂ are considered very bioactive.
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Match the following properties with their values for bioceramics:
Match the following properties with their values for bioceramics:
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Study Notes
Ceramic Materials
- Ceramics are inorganic, non-metallic solids, typically oxides, nitrides, or carbides.
- They are hardened by high-temperature shaping.
- Ceramics are hard, brittle, and resistant to high compression stress.
- They are good insulators (electrically and thermally).
- Many ceramics appear aesthetically pleasing and are transparent to light.
Outline of Ceramic Materials
- Introduction
- Desired properties of bioceramics
- Types of bioceramics
- Degradation of ceramic
Desired Properties of Bioceramics
- Biocompatibility: Must be compatible with biological systems.
- Appropriate mechanical properties: Suitable for specific application.
- Degradation/Stability: Degradable or stable for the implanted time.
- Bioactivity: Actively interacts with the host tissues for their lifetime.
- Non-toxic: Should not cause harm to the body system.
- Non-carcinogenic: Should not cause cancer.
- Non-allergic: Must not cause allergic reactions.
- Non-inflammatory: Should not lead to inflammation.
Types of Bioceramics
- Inert (Non-Absorbable) Bioceramics: Maintain their properties in the host. Examples include Alumina, Zirconia, and Carbon
- Alumina: High hardness, low wear, inert. Used in orthopedic implants, femoral heads, and coatings. The main source is bauxite and corundum. It has high compressive strength, is chemically inert, and has good wear resistance.
- Zirconia: Obtained from zircon. Has high bending strength and toughness compared to alumina, excellent biocompatibility, and also used in orthopedic implants.
- Carbon: Generally used as a surface coating.
- Non-Inert (Resorbable) Bioceramics: Degrade in the body or absorbed by the tissues over time. Synthesised or natural. Examples include calcium phosphate and Biocoral.
- Calcium Phosphate: Used to create artificial bone. Examples include hydroxyapatite (HA) and tricalcium phosphate.
- Biocoral: A natural material transformed into HA. Ideal for repairing traumatized bone and correcting bone defects.
- Surface Reactive/ Bioactive Bioceramics: Interact directly chemically with the body's tissues or surrounding bone. Examples: Glass ceramics, hydroxyapatite.
- Glass Ceramics: Crystalline materials from controlled crystallization of an amorphous glass. Specific compositions and controlled nucleation are needed to achieve controlled crystallization and small, uniform crystal growth. Used as a replacement for metallic implants.
- Hydroxyapatite: Similar composition to hard tissues like bone, dentin, and enamel. Has excellent biocompatibility and forms a direct chemical bond with hard tissues.
Degradation of Ceramics
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Biodegradable ceramics: Degrade in the body.
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Uncontrolled degradation: Causes wear and inflammatory responses, leading to implant loosening.
- Mechanical environment
- Ceramic porosity (stress raiser)
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Controlled degradation: Desirable in tissue engineering and drug delivery. Ideal for temporary applications.
Factors Affecting Degradation Rate
- Amount of crystallinity: More tightly packed crystalline material less susceptible to dissolution.
- Amount of media (water): High water→ Higher degradation rate.
- Material surface area to volume ratio: Highly porous material degrades faster.
- Mechanical environment: High stress areas encourage faster degradation.
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Test your knowledge on the mechanical properties of materials, including strength measures, fracture toughness, and elastic modulus. This quiz covers key concepts that are crucial for understanding material behavior under various loads, especially in the context of engineering and biomedical applications.
