Human Osteology and Bone Mechanics

  1. Bone Composition and Matrix
    1. Bone Matrix Components
      1. Organic Matrix
        1. Type I Collagen
          1. Structure
            1. Function
            2. Non-collagenous Proteins
              1. Osteocalcin
                1. Osteonectin
                  1. Osteopontin
                    1. Bone Sialoprotein
                  2. Inorganic Matrix
                    1. Hydroxyapatite
                      1. Chemical Composition
                        1. Crystal Structure
                        2. Other Mineral Components
                          1. Carbonate
                            1. Magnesium
                              1. Sodium
                                1. Fluoride
                            2. Matrix Organization
                              1. Collagen Fiber Arrangement
                                1. Mineral Deposition Patterns
                                  1. Matrix-Mineral Interactions

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                                8. Cellular Components of Bone