Biomaterial behaviour Flashcards
1
Q
Isotrophic:
A
Behave irrespective of direction of applied force eg: metals, alloy, woven bone
2
Q
Anisotropic
A
Display directionally dependent behavior eg: Cortical bone, all living tissues
3
Q
Elastic
A
Deformation is recoverable
4
Q
Plastic
A
Deformity is no longer recoverable