DOI: 10.1002/chem.200500980. Mollusk Shell Formation: A Source of New Concepts for Understanding Biomineralization Processes

Mollusk Shell Formation: A Source of New Concepts for Understanding Biomineralization Processes

10.1002/chem.200500980

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Chemistry – A European Journal (311)

Abstract

AbstractThe biological approach to forming crystals is proving to be most surprising. Mollusks build their shells by using a hydrophobic silk gel, very acidic aspartic acid rich proteins, and apparently also an amorphous precursor phase from which the crystals form. All this takes place in a highly structured chitinous framework. Here we present ideas on how these disparate components work together to produce the highly structured pearly nacreous layer of the mollusk shell.

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Addadi, L., Joester, D., Nudelman, F., & Weiner, S. (2006). Mollusk Shell Formation: A Source of New Concepts for Understanding Biomineralization Processes. Chemistry â A European Journal, 12(4), 980â987. Portico.

Authors 4

Lia Addadi (first)
Derk Joester (additional)
Fabio Nudelman (additional)
Steve Weiner (additional)

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