Taylor & Francis Carbonated Hydroxyapatite Book

Explore the latest scientific developments in bone mineral research with Carbonated Hydroxyapatite: Materials, Synthesis, and Applications. Published by Taylor & Francis, this book provides a deep look into the crystal structure of carbonate hydroxylapatite, the essential component that forms the hard tissue of teeth and bones. Understanding bone mineral is vital because it serves as the body's reservoir for carbon dioxide and helps maintain mineral ion homeostasis in body fluids. For decades, the specific structure of bone mineral remained unclear due to the small nanoscale size and low quality of the crystals. This text addresses those long-standing gaps by presenting an entirely new approach to determining the structure of carbonate apatite. This resource is designed for professionals and researchers in internal medicine and healthcare who require precise knowledge of how these minerals function within the human body. It bridges the gap between basic apatite structure knowledge and modern material science applications.