Enamel, the hardest calcified tissue in the human body, forms a protective covering over the teeth, adapting them for mastication. Its thickness varies across different surfaces of the teeth, with maximum thickness found on cusps. The structure of enamel makes it brittle, especially when it loses su

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Stress is the internal resistance in a body when deformed, measured in Pascal (Pa) or Mega Pascal (MPa). Types of stress include shear, torsional, tensile, compressive, and bending stress. The relationship between stress and strain is crucial in material analysis, with materials categorized as ducti

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Firdaus Kanga, a writer with brittle bones, meets the renowned scientist Stephen Hawking in Cambridge. Despite their physical challenges, they engage in a profound conversation that touches both their hearts. Hawking, known for his brilliance in astrophysics despite being paralyzed, shares his thoug

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In materials engineering, the use of true stress and true strain provides a more accurate representation of material behavior, especially in regions undergoing deformation like necking. True stress considers the instantaneous cross-sectional area, accounting for changes in the material's strength du

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Sponges exhibit unique behavior characteristics both externally and internally. They are sedentary organisms with cylindrical bodies that can be soft or hard, flexible or brittle. Sponges reproduce via sexual and asexual methods, and go through a life cycle from larvae to adulthood. Their reproducti

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Understanding the mechanical behavior of structures involves analyzing stress-strain diagrams, distinguishing between ductile and brittle materials, exploring linear and non-linear elastic properties, studying plastic deformation, yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and toughness. Elastic beh

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Ceramics exhibit specific properties such as high compressive strength, brittleness due to mixed ionic-covalent bonding, low fracture toughness, poor electrical and thermal conduction (except for some types), and chemical insensitivity. While strong in compression, ceramics are brittle and lack duct

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The process of material failure and fracture, including ductile and brittle fractures, is essential in understanding why materials do not function properly. Ductile fracture involves plastic deformation and slow crack propagation, absorbing a lot of energy. In contrast, brittle fracture occurs rapid

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Concrete is a brittle material that is strong in compression but weak in tension. In this study, the focus is on enhancing the mechanical properties of normal concrete by including polypropylene fibers. The inclusion of fibers helps improve crack resistance and flexural strength, acting as crack arr

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Metallic bonding involves the delocalization of electrons among metal atoms, creating a unique structure known as the electron sea. This structure allows for properties such as high melting points, conductivity of heat and electricity, malleability, and ductility. Metals are able to conduct heat and

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Metals exhibit physical properties like lustrous appearance, ductility, malleability, and sound production. They are also good conductors of heat and electricity. Non-metals, on the other hand, are brittle, non-sonorous, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. The chemical properties include re

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Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), also known as brittle bone disease, is a genetic disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily, affecting bone quality and mass. Children with OI may experience short stature, weak tissues, muscle weakness, loose joints, and other health issues. There are ei

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Explore the world of fracture mechanics in engineering structures, encompassing the importance of stress fields, crack tip behaviors, fracture toughness, ductile versus brittle materials, and the influence of temperature dependence on material properties. Delve into the intricacies of crack initiati

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Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them brittle and prone to fractures. It occurs when bone density decreases due to factors like aging, hormonal changes, poor nutrition, or a sedentary lifestyle. Common fracture sites include the

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