Structural characterization of fluoride species in shark teeth
Journal
Chemical Communications
Journal Volume
53
Journal Issue
27
Pages
3838-3841
Date Issued
2017
Author(s)
Chang, H.-H.
Chien, M.-J.
Kao, C.-C.
Chao, Y.-J.
Yu, P.-T.
Chang, C.-Y.
Huang, S.-J.
Abstract
In shark teeth we have identified the species fluorapatite, hydroxyfluorapatite and its defect site, calcium fluoride, and potassium fluoride. Their relative amounts in teeth at different development stages have been quantified. Calcium fluoride and potassium fluoride may be associated with the fluoridation mechanism in shark teeth.
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry
Type
journal article